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Getting here is EASY!
There are plenty of fantastic tour companies who are located in the Barossa and others who service the region from either Adelaide or neighbouring regions.
And... with the Barossa being just over an hour drive north east of the city it's so simple to jump in your car (or a hire car) and mosey your way on up here!
All the information you need about touring and self driving in the Barossa are detailed below, but if you need more information please contact the accredited information centres in the region!
How do I get to the Barossa from interstate or Adelaide?
By road
There are a number of routes into the Barossa. From Adelaide take Main North Road (A20) to Sturt Highway and enter via Gawler and the Barossa Valley Way. Or, from Adelaide take Lower North East Road (A10) out of Adelaide and travel through Chain of Ponds in the Adelaide Hills to Williamstown in the southern Barossa. From Melbourne via Eden Valley, turn off at Murray Bridge and travel to Palmer and Tungkillo and enter at Mount Pleasant. Or travel via the South Eastern Freeway (M1), exit at Hahndorf and travel through the Adelaide Hills via Birdwood to Williamstown. From Sydney and Mildura, take the A20 via Renmark and enter at Truro and Nuriootpa.
By air
Adelaide is well serviced by regular domestic and international flights with hire cars available at the airport. For private charters there is a light-plane airport at Parafield, just 45 minutes south of the Barossa in metropolitan Adelaide. For a list of all the domestic, international, Regional and charter services available, please visit the Adelaide Airport Website.
By coach or tour company
Many coach and tour operators run tours within the region, see below information on touring the Barossa for more information. Some tour companies also offer Adelaide transfers, please contact them directly for assistance.
Public Transport
A daily bus service with LinkSA makes regular stops at townships along the route from both Adelaide to the Barossa, ideal for either a day-trip or a longer stay. Check out the Adelaide to Angaston Timetable or view all timtables for the bus service visit the LinkSA website.
The Adelaide Metro rail service from Adelaide to Gawler Central operators a regular service 7 days a week, 365 days a year. For more information please visit the Adelaide Metro website.
If you don't like schedules, LinkSA also provide a 'Dial a Ride' service, which can take you from door to door between Angaston, Nuriootpa and Tanunda - bookings are essential!
How do I get around the Barossa when I'm here?
Touring the Barossa
If you'd rather not do the driving, a great alternative is to let someone else take the wheel, and make your visit to the Barossa a relaxing, stress-free voyage of discovery.
Try something more personalised, or a little on the wild side. Cruise the Barossa with the wind in your hair on the back of a 3 wheeler trike; hire a classic vintage vehicle and ride in style - there's one from every decade since the 1930s to choose from; hire a bicycle and explore the country back roads; or go for the adrenalin rush of a hot air balloon or helicopter ride. Whichever you choose, you'll be well looked after by operators and drivers passionate about the region and keen to share its secrets. Let a local show you their Barossa, all you have do is sit back and enjoy the ride.
A daily bus service also makes regular stops at townships along the route from both Adelaide to the Barossa, ideal for either a day trip or a longer stay. Private limousines and chauffeured vehicles will take you anywhere you please, combining door-to-door convenience with a splash of luxury. Or you can leave the planning to the experts, and hop on board one of the fun, friendly Barossa tours which leaves Adelaide and the Barossa each day. Day and overnight itineraries take in heritage, sightseeing, Barossa food experiences and cellar door tastings, ensuring there's a tour to suit everyone.
For a list of all touring options simply click the 'GO' button at the top of the column to the right.
Self Drive
If you are planning to take your own transport, the Barossa is just over an hours drive from Adelaide, and it is only a short drive between towns and attractions.
Download the Barossa Touring Map to help you plan your self drive holiday to the region today. Alternatively, you can download PDFs of our Town Maps, Cellar Door Map and Regional Map to help you familiarise yourself with the region.
Taxis
Local taxi services are available seven days a week. If requiring a taxi during the evening, you are encouraged to book ahead.
Driving safely in the Barossa
If you do decide to explore our region in your own car, to guarantee you have the safest experience in the Barossa, please ensure you have an excellent understanding of the South Australian road rules. The Barossa community have developed a Driving safely in the Barossa flier and brochure to assist you with your travels.
Please also note the speed limit in built up areas in the Barossa is 50km per hour, and on open roads the limit is 100km per hour, unless specified otherwise.
For more information on the South Australian Road Rules please visit the Department of Transport, Energy and Infrastructure website.
Travel times between towns
Please see the below image for travel time between towns (in minutes). Or alternatively you can download a printer friendly version of this timetable.