What is the most efficient way to get around in Australia?

Public transport is the easiest and cheapest way of getting around Australian cities, with most offering a loadable card or simply a single ticket. Lots of cities also offer free shuttle services in the city center, so save your Uber money (we all know how easy that can rack up) and take the bus.



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Getting around by plane Flying is the best way to cover Australia's large distances in a short time. Australia's domestic airlines – including Qantas, Virgin Australia, Jetstar and Rex – serve all state capital cities and many regional cities, making it an easy way to travel between Australia's iconic destinations.

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If you ONLY use the public transport and do not have a car it is a lot cheaper. If you do have a car the FIXED costs are high ( depreciation, insurance, registration) and the incremental costs are low. When you take public transport you are also paying for the fixed cost of that as well.

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While backpacking Australia doesn't have to be ridiculously expensive, having around $5000 is a really good safety net that will cover you for at least a month of accommodation and basic living expenses while you get your feet.

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For those lucky ones who have two weeks or more, you're in for a real treat. With this amount of time, you'll be able to enjoy complete immersion in two, three or four cities, and still have plenty of time to venture out to some of our natural wonders, such as the Great Barrier Reef, Uluru and the Great Ocean Road.

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If you've got a week to 10 days For a more immersive Australian experience, six to 10 days is often enough to get a good taste of what Australia has to offer (though we're sure you'll leave wanting more). With this amount of time, your best bet is to pick a coast – either the east or the west.

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