Ceduna to Perth road trip: Distance, driving time & best stops
The drive from Ceduna to Perth covers a 1,920km distance in a driving time of around 20h12m. Top road trip stops to add to a Ceduna to Perth road trip itinerary include Head of Bight, Balladonia, Norseman and Kalgoorlie.
The drive from Ceduna to Perth passes through some of the most lonely stretches of Australia. It’s an epic road trip, and likely to be part of a longer journey. The route from Adelaide to Perth or Canberra to Perth passes through this way.
Ceduna is at the very western edge of South Australia’s Eyre Peninsula. It is generally used as a place to pick up supplies for the epic drive over the Nullarbor Plain. Pick out your preferred Ceduna accommodation here.
Perth, meanwhile, offers day trips to Rottnest Island, swimming with dolphins and Swan Valley food and wine tours. To book Perth tours and experiences, head here. For Perth accommodation deals, book here.
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- ✅ See the Rottnest Island quokkas the smart way – with a ferry and bike package.
- ✅ Be amazed by the abundant wildlife – on a dolphin, penguin and sealion cruise.
- ✅ See clear night skies in a moon-like desert – on a Pinnacles stargazing experience.
- ✅ Indulge in chocolate, cheese & premium wines – on a Swan Valley food and wine tour.
- ✅ See the city sunset from the water – on a Swan River dinner cruise.
- ✅ Watch gold being melted and poured – on a Perth Mint gold tour.
- ✅ Combine nature with imperious city views – on Kings Park Segway tour.
- ✅ Face your fears and get the thrill of your life on a – on a 15,000ft skydive.
- ✅ Find all the best hidden hangouts – on a small bar and street art tour.
This guide is aimed at travellers planning a Ceduna to Perth road trip itinerary. Click through on the links for more detailed information about the individual places, attractions and activities.
Ceduna to Perth distance and driving time
By car, the distance from Ceduna to Perth is 1,920km. That makes for a driving time of around 20 hours and 12 minutes.
Good choices for overnight stops along the route include Border Village, Norseman and Kalgoorlie.
Top Ceduna attractions include the Pinky Point Lookout, the Laura Bay Conservation Park and the Smoky Bay oyster farms.
Ceduna accommodation tips
Ceduna is a logical place for an overnight stay whether you’ve just crossed the Nullarbor or are about to. You can search for places to stay in Ceduna here.
However, the following are the best options:
- For central, waterfront location: Ceduna Foreshore Hotel Motel.
- For family-friendly spacious cabins: Big4 Holiday Park.
- For a pool: East West Motel.
Ceduna to Perth road trip: Ceduna to Penong
From Ceduna, the Eyre Highway continues across the dreaded Nullarbor. The drive from Ceduna to Norseman in Western Australia is 1,201km long, and you’re unlikely to have mobile phone reception for any of this journey. Eucla or Border Village are arguably the best bets for an overnight stop on the way.
A few short detours along the route make the Nullarbor crossing much more enjoyable, however.
First up is Penong, where the Penong Windmill Museum brings together a delightfully weird collection of windmills. You can play a hole of the Nullarbor Links golf course here, too.
Branch off south down the Point Sinclair Road, and you can go for a dip in the netted swimming area at Point Sinclair. However, the main attractions are along the way – pink lake Lake MacDonnell and legendary surf spot Cactus Beach.
Click through to the next section: Penong to Border Village.