Essential transport information for travelling here and getting around the region.
If you want to take a journey of a lifetime, or just get from A to B, we’ve got the transport for you including taxis, charters, car hire and flights in Margaret River, Busselton and beyond.
Flights are available directly from Sydney and Melbourne to Busselton-Margaret River Airport with Jetstar Airways. If driving from Perth to Margaret River, it’s an easy three-hour drive.
Perth Airport is one of Australia’s closest airports to South East Asia, Europe and Africa and is serviced by over 20 international, domestic and regional airlines. From Perth Airport, the Margaret River Region is just a three-hour drive.
We recommend choosing an airline which has a carbon offsetting scheme. Learn about the sustainability commitments of Qantas | Jetstar | Virgin Australia | Singapore Airlines.
Travel Tip: Make your transfer part of the adventure. Tour providers such as Untamed Escapes, Harvest Tours and Charters Margaret River, McLeod Tours or Up Close & Local Tours include a range of itineraries starting and finishing in Perth.
Jetstar runs flights from Sydney and Melbourne to the Busselton-Margaret River Airport several days a week, giving you access to pristine beaches, premium food, wine and incredible natural encounters.
Please check with Jetstar for the latest flight schedule.
South West Taxis operate throughout the region, servicing all towns from the airport. Please call 1300 68 1616 for bookings. The taxi rank is located between the arrivals and departure buildings.
A number of limousine and private car hire companies in the region offer transfers to and from the airport. We recommend pre-booking your transport before you arrive, below are some of the operators who offer airport transfers.
The Margaret River Region is a popular self-drive destination and car hire is an excellent choice for visitors who arrive by plane.
For passengers using the Jetstar Sydney-Busselton or Melbourne-Busselton direct air service, Hertz Busselton, Busselton & South West Car Hire , Avis and Northside Rentals currently operate in the City of Busselton. A wide range of car hire options are also available at the airport itself, with key drop facilities. Prior arrangements need to be made with the relevant car hire operator. Details are available via the Busselton Margaret River Airport website.
Further south, Margaret River Rent a Car is available just outside the township of Margaret River.
Are you taking the scenic or the direct route? Depending on how much travel time you have set aside for your journey from Perth to the Margaret River Region and on how many stops you’ve pencilled in, there are a couple of different options taking around three to four hours – not accounting for the stops of course.
The Forrest Highway is the most direct route to the South West, and the recent opening of the Wilman Wadandi Highway bypassing Bunbury traffic will save you extra time. For a more scenic drive guiding you past Armadale, Pinjarra, Waroona, Harvey, Brunswick Junction and Bunbury, add an extra half an hour or so onto your trip by following the South Western Highway.
Once arrived in the Margaret River Region, Bussel Highway and Bussel Bypass generally allow you to get to places more quickly, while Caves Road tends to be the more scenic option. If you’re travelling to Augusta, it’s s highly recommended to take a detour via Boranup Drive, through the beautiful Boranup Karri Forest.
Travelling in an electric vehicle? The RAC Electric Highway® is a network of publicly accessible electric vehicle fast-charging DC and AC stations located between Perth and Augusta so you won’t need to worry about getting stuck en route.
Travel Tip: Carbon offset your car journey. Australian initiatives such as Go Neutral fund projects that are avoiding emissions or capturing emissions from the atmosphere. These carbon offsets can be used to balance the emissions that are produced from driving cars. Learn more.
No matter the shape or size of the boat you’re on, you’ll be greeted with Geographe Bay’s crystal-clear waters and kilometres of white sandy beaches.
Several cruise lines include visits to the region each season between October and April as part of a Western Australia cruise itinerary. Most will anchor offshore near Busselton in Geographe Bay, while smaller expedition ships might choose anchorages located in Eagle Bay, Hamelin Bay and Flinders Bay (Augusta). See the Visiting Busselton by Cruise Ship guide for more information about making the most of your time ashore.
Smaller, private or commercial vessels, overnight berth or pen facilities and marine fuel are available at Port Geographe Marina (Busselton) and the Augusta Boat Harbour.
A variety of organised and custom-built tours are available, catering to different interests and needs. Most include pick up and drop off at your accommodation. From behind-the-scenes tours to build-your-own itineraries, the options are endless.
Ensure you make the best possible memories by travelling with a fully-licensed, accredited tour operator. Visitors travelling with uninsured drivers are at risk, and all tour operators featured on this website have the appropriate Department of Transport authorisations to ensure your safety.
As is typical in regional Western Australia, public transport is limited to main routes only and we would not recommend relying on public transport to make your way around the region. For private touring, charters are a great option offered by many local companies.
For information on train and bus services within the region, we recommend you get in touch with your local visitor centre or the following transport companies:
It takes just 1.5 hours to drive the length of the Margaret River Region from Busselton in the north all the way to Augusta in the south. Use the drive times table below to plan your journey.
Download a PDF copy of drive times here.
There are a range of charter flight services available, to transfer you to and from the region or get around while you are here. Arrive in style at your accommodation, winery or favourite beach, or let the operators curate a special day just for you.
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