Coach and rail
Major coach and rail services offer flexible itineraries and travel passes. Most fares are based on the distance travelled and the period of time over which the tickets are to be used
Search our transport page or visit the Transwa page for more information.
Check out the Easyrider jump on and jump off service, this is a fantastic way to see Western Australia as an independent traveller. They make it easy for you. Easyrider Backpacker Tours are designed to be flexible! Hopefully you’ll have the time to see everything here – the Jump On, Jump Off (JOJO) tickets are valid for up to six months – but if you’re in a bit of a hurry they can show you the must-see highlights.
The Easyrider Backpacker Tours bus has the West of Australia covered as far as Broome and way down to Esperance in the South.
Travel by air
Air travel is the fastest way to get around Western Australia. Air services operate from all the major centres such as Albany, Esperance, Kalgoorlie and Broome.
Skywest is the major airline operating in Western Australia.
By road
You need a current license to drive a rental car or motorhome in Western Australia and there are plenty of rental companies to choose from.
You can save on car hire by asking the car rental companies if they have any vehicles that need relocating. This can save up to $200 per day. The reason for the discount is because it saves the company having to pay an employee to drive the vehicles and often having to fly them back. You may also hire the car for a few extra days at a discount. It is worth asking any rental company for savings like that!
If you are planning on driving into remote areas ensure you have spare petrol, plenty of water, and food and that the car you are driving is in good condition. Let someone know of your plans, just in case.
If you're not used to driving on the left hand side of the road, ask your passengers to remind you every time you get behind the wheel.
Never hitchhike or pick up hitchhikers in Western Australia.
More road safety information.
Visit the RAC website for information of road and community safety, motoring services, insurance, travel advice and finance.
