City in South Australia, Australia
Getting around Adelaide
How to get around Adelaide
Trams, trains and buses use the Adelaide Metro card. The city is compact and flat; a free tram covers the center.
Ways to get around Adelaide
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Glenelg tram | About A$3–6; free in the city loop | Runs from the CBD to Glenelg Beach |
| Trains | About A$3–6 per trip | Lines to Port Adelaide and the southern suburbs |
| Buses | About A$3–6 per trip | Include the JetBus to the airport |
Ride-hailing apps in Adelaide
A 5 km ride costs about A$13–25 ($9.0–17.4).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Uber | Most reliable and widely used |
| DiDi | Often cheaper; fewer drivers late |
| 13cabs | Metered taxis, bookable in the app |
- Taxis are metered and accept cards. Airport rides add a fee.
Arriving in Adelaide
Adelaide Airport (ADL)
JetBus J1 or J3 to the city, about 25 min and a regular fare; Uber or taxi A$25–40, 15–20 min.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Shared e-scooters operate in the city center; helmets compulsory. Moped hire is uncommon.
- Driving: on the left. Visitors can drive on a valid foreign licence; carry an IDP or official English translation if it isn't in English.
- Onward travel in Australia: Distances are huge, so fly between capitals (Qantas, Virgin Australia, Jetstar). Greyhound coaches run the east coast; long-distance trains are scenic but slow. Rent a car for the outback.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Adelaide?
Yes. Apps that work here: Uber, DiDi, 13cabs.
What's the best way to get around Adelaide?
Trams, trains and buses use the Adelaide Metro card. The city is compact and flat; a free tram covers the center.
How do I get from the airport to Adelaide?
JetBus J1 or J3 to the city, about 25 min and a regular fare; Uber or taxi A$25–40, 15–20 min.
Is Adelaide walkable?
Very walkable.
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Sources
- Greyhound Australia
- Journey Beyond Rail (The Ghan, Indian Pacific)
- Transport for NSW (NSW TrainLink)
- Queensland Rail Travel
- Adelaide Metro
- Adelaide Airport
- South Australian Tourism Commission
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