What it the best time of the year to drive across the Nullarbor?

Question

We will be starting from Sydney. We would like to drive across one way and return by train.

Answer 1

June, July, and August which is winter time as its not sooo hot then. Plus that area is past the summer rains, therefore the roads will be open and being winter time you won't have car overheating problems.

Answer 2

Well, whenever you want to go.  But after a bit of rain you may see some good wildflowers in the more westerly regions.

Answer 3

Definitely between July and September. If it's rainy the better, but it brings out the Kangaroos, so watch out if your driving around dusk or dawn as they hop onto the road.

You must stop at the Nullabor cliffs especially just before dawn on a full moon - it's spectacular!

The Mundrabilla stretch is famous for a UFO story. The old Eucla town site is worth having a decko at. You won't be allowed in the caves, so don't worry about them.

Answer 4

June to October.

1. not as hot as in summer.

2. Whale season.

Answer 5

I agree, winter time (June, July, August) would be the best time to drive across the Nullarbor.

I suppose you already know it's a very long trip.

Sydney CBD to Perth CBD

Distance - 3960.51kms

Duration - 48:29 hours (no stops included)

If you go to RACQ Trip Planner it will give you lots of advice and directions for a safe and happy trip.

http://www.racq.com.au/cps/rde/xchg/racq...

Answer 6

With a modern car,well maintained,air conditioning,you can go anytime.

Really it is no hotter than anywhere else on certain days.New years day 2 years ago it was 45c in Sydney and did not stop cars in the street.Really,its not the 1950's and FJ Holdens.I say go anytime it suits you.