Melbourne to Adelaide
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Route facts
- Driving distance: 727kms
- Driving time: approximately 7 - 10 hours
- Average petrol consumption: 75 - 110 litres
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Relocations from Melbourne to Adelaide
About the journey
Transfercar – Melbourne to Adelaide
The drive from Melbourne to Adelaide could take you around 8 hours but why rush? There is so much to see and do along the way so take your time. With a car or campervan from Transfercar you can explore stunning scenery, historical attractions and breathtaking natural beauty. You can find out more about Transfercar’s services here.
Looking at heading from Melbourne to Adelaide? Transfercar can help you get there and for free. Discover how here.
Ballarat
You may only be 100kms from Melbourne but Ballarat is certainly worth stopping for. On the lower western plains of the Great Dividing Range, Ballarat played an important part of Australia’s gold rush history and is ready to be discovered.
Places to stay
- Grove House (http://www.ballarat.com/self.htm)
- Creswick Calembeen Lake Caravan Park (http://www.creswickcaravanpark.com.au/)
- Soldiers Hill B&B (http://www.ballarat.com/soldiershill/)
- Newington House (http://visitballarat.com.au/2014wrmr/2014-wrmr-accommodation/self-contained/newington-house.aspx)
- Shady Acres Caravan Park Ballarat (http://www.ballaratcaravanpark.com/)
Places to eat and go out
- The Glasshouse (http://www.belltower.com.au/)
- Golden City Hotel (http://www.goldencityhotel.com.au/)
- Sails on the Lake (http://www.ballarat.com/sails/)
- Seymour’s on Lydiard (http://www.seymours.com.au/)
- Pipers by the Lake (http://www.pipersbythelake.com.au/)
Places to see and things to do
- Ballarat Wildlife Park (http://www.wildlifepark.com.au/)
- Blood on the Southern Cross (http://www.sovereignhill.com.au/sound-light-show/)
- Kryal Castle (http://kryalcastle.com.au/)
- Sovereign Hill (http://www.sovereignhill.com.au/sovereign-hill/)
- Gold Museum (http://www.sovereignhill.com.au/gold-museum-ballarat/)
Ararat
The only Australian town founded by Chinese miners during the gold rush this Victorian town has so much to keep you entertained and you’ll learn about the history of the area along the way.
Places to stay
- Adair Wilderness Cottage (http://arts-events-tourism.ararat.vic.gov.au/attractions/attractions/181)
- Pete’s Place B&B (http://business-investment-lifestyle.ararat.vic.gov.au/business-directory/category/category/Accommodation+and+Food+Services)
- Aurora Bush Cottages (http://auroracottages.com.au/)
- Grampians Paradise Camping Ground (http://www.grampiansparadise.com.au/)
- Tawarri Lodge (http://business-investment-lifestyle.ararat.vic.gov.au/business-directory/category/category/Accommodation+and+Food+Services)
Places to eat and go out
- Vines Café and Bar (http://www.agfg.com.au/guide/vic/grampians-pyrenees/the-pyrenees-wine-region/ararat/restaurants-dining/vines-cafe-bar)
- Elmhurst Hotel (http://www.elmhurstpub.net/)
- Blue Duck Hotel (http://theblueduckhotelararat.com.au/)
- Candles Ararat (http://www.ararataccommodation.com.au/)
- J Ward Museum Complex (http://www.jward.org.au/)
Places to see and things to do
- Alexandra Gardens (http://www.pramwalks.com.au/pramwalks/ararat-alexandra-gardens-lake-walk/)
- Railway Heritage Museum (http://www.ausemade.com.au/vic/destination/a/ararat/ararat-attractions.htm)
- Grampians Soaring Club (http://www.grampianssoaringclub.com/index.php/11-about)
Stawell
Located close to the Grampians National Park, Stawell provides a great location to base yourself while exploring this amazing area.From Stawell you can explore the natural, rugged beauty of Halls Gap and beyond.
Places to stay
- Bellellen Homestead (http://www.grampiansaccommodation.com.au/)
- London Motor Inn (http://www.londonmotorinn.com.au/page18.php)
- Heatherlie Cottages (http://www.heatherlie.com/?gclid=CJy7186f5bkCFcFipQod4C4ApA)
- Comfor Inn Goldfields (http://www.comfortinngoldfields.com.au/)
Places to eat and go out
- Town Hall Hotel (https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Town-Hall-Hotel-Stawell/179552778761481)
- Diamond House Heritage Restaurant and Motor Inn (http://www.check-in.com.au/Vic/Diamond_House_Heritage_Restaurant_Motor_Inn.htm)
- Motel Stawell (http://www.motelstawell.com.au/)
Places to see and things to do
- Halls Gap Wildlife Park and Zoo (http://www.hallsgapzoo.com.au/)
- Stawell Gold Mine (http://www.crocgold.com/operations/state-of-victoria/stawell/default.aspx)
- Stawell Gift Hall of Fame (http://www.stawellgift.com/hall-of-fame/)
Horsham
Potentially your last stop before crossing the Victorian border into South Australia, Horsham offers much to the tourist – both natural and manmade.
Places to stay
- Wimmera Lake Caravan Resort (http://www.wimmeralakes.com/)
- May Park Executive Apartments (http://www.maypark.com.au )
- Buloke on Baillie (http://www.bulokeonbaillie.com.au )
- Ploughman’s Motor Inn (http://ploughmansmotorinn.com.au )
- Glynlea Motel (http://glynlea.budgetmotelchain.com.au/)
Places to eat and go out
- Cheeky Fox (https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Cheeky-Fox-Cafe/426148140739037)
- Figtree Café (http://lunchtime.com.au/Fig-Tree-Cafe/Horsham/)
- Bull & Mouth Hotel (http://lunchtime.com.au/Fig-Tree-Cafe/Horsham/)
- Victoria on the Park (http://www.vichotelhorsham.com.au/)
- Café Red (http://www.womo.com.au/reviews/Cafe-Red-Horsham/)
Place to see and things to do
- The Maker’s Gallery & Studio (http://www.horshamarts.com/html/makers_gallery.html)
- Stone Forest Adventures (http://www.visithorsham.com.au/things/recreation-leisure/)
- Haven Market (http://www.visithorsham.com.au/calendar_events/haven-market)
- Horsham Aquatic Centre (http://www.horsham.ymca.org.au/)
- Mackley Fine Art (http://www.mackleyfineart.com.au/)
Adelaide
Adelaide is known as the city of churches but don’t be deceived – this beautiful city has so much more to offer now that you have arrived at your destination.
Places to stay
- Arkaba Hotel (http://www.arkabahotel.com.au/)
- Adabco Boutique Hotel (http://www.adabcohotel.com.au/)
- Majestic Old Lion Apartments (http://www.oldlionapartmentsadelaide.com/)
- Piccadilly Apartments on Grove (http://www.piccadillyapartments.com.au/piccadilly_on_gover.php)
- Oaks Embassy (http://www.oakshotelsresorts.com/oaks-embassy/)
- Majestic Roof Garden Hotel (http://www.roofgardenhoteladelaide.com/)
Places to eat and go out
- Adelaide Casino (http://www.adelaidecasino.com.au/)
- The General Havelock (http://www.thehavey.com.au/)
- Mesa Lunga (http://www.mesalunga.com/)
- The Exeter (http://www.theexeter.com.au/)
- Apple Bar (http://theapplebar.com.au/)
Places to see and things to do
- Adelaide Zoo (http://www.zoossa.com.au/adelaide-zoo)
- Art Gallery of South Australia (http://www.artgallery.sa.gov.au/agsa/home)
- National Railway Museum (http://www.natrailmuseum.org.au/)
- Adelaide Gaol (http://www.adelaidegaol.org.au/)
- Adelaide Botanic Garden (http://www.environment.sa.gov.au/botanicgardens/home)
Travelling from Melbourne to Adelaide via a free Transfercar car or campervan will allow you spend money on other things during your road trip. Sample the local cuisine, visit galleries and museums, indulge in the local wine and truly experience the region. Learn more about Transfercar here.
A road trip from Melbourne to Adelaide is one not to be missed. Using the service offered by Transfercar will not only get you there but being a free service, you’ll have plenty of money left over to experience this majestic part of Australia. For more information on Transfercar and how it all works just look here (link to About Us).
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