How to Get HereTHE JOURNEY FROM PERTH TO MARGARET RIVER
Margaret River is located in the beautiful South West region of Western Australian. Situated 272 kilometres south of Perth or a three hour drive, this region offers a huge selection of world-class wineries, gourmet food and boutique accommodation making it the perfect destination for a romantic weekend or short break.
DRIVING BY CAR
There are two main highways that can be taken to arrive at Margaret River. Visitors arriving via Perth airport can now take a very quick route along Roe Highway which flows directly into Kwinana Highway (National Route 1- State Route 2). People already residing in Perth should begin their journey by heading out of the city south along Kwinana Freeway. Continue south along this highway which becomes Forrest Highway until Bunbury. Turn left at the first roundabout in Bunbury onto Robertson Drive (State Route Ten). At the next roundabout you reach turn left again onto Bussell Highway (State Route Ten) and continue to Busselton. As you approach Busselton, go straight through any roundabouts and then left at the end (Vasse roundabout) onto Bussell Hwy. This road will take you through beautiful farming country and grapes vines and on to Margaret River. The route is well sign posted and the journey will take approximately three hours. You may wish to get off Kwinana Freeway at Safety Bay Road in order to stop off in Mandurah.
The alternative highway is the inland route which is a little slower getting here, but quite scenic. This highway is known as the South Western Highway. The South Western Highway guides you inland from the suburb of Armadale, Pinjarra, Waroona, Harvey, Brunswick Junction and on into Bunbury then Busselton, Cowaramup and through to Margaret River.
Do I need an International Drivers Licence?
An International Drivers Licences is desirable if you wish to hire a car, but it is not essential. Please CLICK HERE to find out more information on which countries require additional licences to drive on Australian roads.
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DESTINATION: MARGARET RIVER
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| ORIGIN |
Augusta
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Dunsborough
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Busselton
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Bunbury
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Nannup
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Pemberton
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Perth
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Walpole
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Denmark
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Albany
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| DISTANCE |
43km
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46km
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49km
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101km
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108km
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139km
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272km
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322km
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328km
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379km
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4 hrs
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4.5 hrs
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BY AIR
Whilst there isn’t a designated commercial airport or regular commercial flights to the Margaret River Region, Axiom Aviation operate a range of four and five seat aircraft on charter services from Perth’s Jandakot airport to a number of airstrips in the South West including Margaret River, Augusta, Leeuwin Estate and Busselton. At under one hour's flight time from Perth, these charters cover some of the most spectacular coastal scenery Australia has to offer. Flights are arranged to meet your requirements and being a private charter you will have the luxury of an aircraft all to yourself. To book a charter flight click here.
BUS SERVICES
Bus Services between Perth city and Margaret River operate daily. Please note these times and prices are subject to change and should be officially checked.
Perth City to Margaret River:
Southwest Coachlines operate a daily service 7 days a week departing from the city at 1.30pm from Mounts Bay Bus Terminal. An extra service from the city is available on weekends, public holidays and school holidays. This service departs at 8.45am.
For more information on Southwest Coachlines click here. Buses leave Margaret River from the Charles West Avenue bus station near Coles Supermarket.
TOUR SERVICES
A number of our tour operators provide travel and pick up from Perth to Margaret River, which takes the hassle out of driving yourself! Click on the links below to find out more:
The Margaret River Visitor Centre is located in town on the corner of Bussell Highway and Tunbridge Street.
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