Port Hedland to Broome road trip: Distance, driving time and fuel stops

Port Hedland to Broome drive: Eco Beach

Nearer Broome, past the Bidyadanga Aboriginal community, are the Barn Hill Station and Eco Beach resort. The latter is by far the nicest place to stay on the drive from Port Hedland to Broome, and has a surprisingly excellent restaurant.

Eco Beach also offers guided walks, sunset cruises, morning yoga sessions and fishing tours.

The Roebuck Plains Roadhouse is at the turn-off for Broome, just 30km away from the Kimberley’s main resort town. You’ll pass the Malcolm Douglas Crocodile Park along the Broome Road.

Things to do in Broome include Reddell Beach, tours of the Willie Creek Pearl Farm and hovercraft tours to ancient dinosaur footprints at Gantheaume Point. You can also hop aboard the old pearl luggers and drink fruity beers at Matsos Brewery.

Broome accommodation recommendations

There are plenty of places to stay in Broome – mostly scarily expensive. These are the best accommodation choices if they’re available on your dates.

For the best pool scene: Cable Beach Club Resort and Spa.
For Cable Beach location, but considerably cheaper: RAC Cable Beach Holiday Park.
For a good value, fairly central aparthotel: Moonlight Bay Suites.
For character, heritage and charm: Pinctada McAlpine House.