Are you searching for an affordable yet adventurous way to see the world? Australia is a popular destination for all kinds of travellers, including backpackers, campers, and road trippers. If you’re wondering how to travel around Australia on a budget, this post is for you.
Australia has many activities for travellers on a budget holiday. Are you planning an adventurous vacation surfing or discovering the Great Barrier Reef? Or would you prefer a relaxing holiday lounging on a beach or enjoying the famous food and wine? There is something for everyone in this country.
Accommodation
Whatever style of travel you choose, there are many ways to save money on accommodation. Backpacking in Australia is something travelers from around the world commonly do. You can travel pretty cheaply this way and still fall in love with this country. Backpacking is a perfect way to make new friends, discover new cities, and enjoy your visit with like-minded travelers.
If you prefer hotels or Airbnb, the accommodation costs will be higher. Keep an eye out for specials and deals to keep the budget down, especially in off-peak times, like the colder seasons and outside of school holidays.
Travel costs for hostel accommodation in start at AUD $20 per night for and reach AUD $40 in major cities.
Hotels in Australia cost between AUD $60 to $250 per night. An average of $130 for most apartments, and between $180 and $510 per night for an entire house.
Flights
One of the biggest expenses on a trip to Australia is the airfare. This will be one of the main costs to budget for if travelling internationally.
There are usually deals on International and Domestic airlines but ensure to do your research before booking anything in advance!
The average cost of worldwide airline flights to and from Australian airports is $1,100 to $2,200 per person for economy and $3,400 to $6,300 for first class.
Food
Travelers spend an average of AU $40 on meals a day and AU $35 on local transportation. There are many ways to budget on food while you are travelling in Australia. Try bulk grocery shopping ahead of the week, meal preparation and discount nights at local pubs and restaurants.
Tips To Keep Costs Down
If you are planning the typical road trip in Australia, you should start your journey in Cairns, Melbourne, or Sydney. These cities are along the East Coast and are less expensive cities than the West Coast.
If you have little time on your trip in Australia, you could instead focus on one or two regions and explore them as best you can to experience a relaxing experience while saving time and money.
Australia is the third largest country in the world, and there are a lot of ways to travel around the country on a budget. Domestic flights on sale, affordable hotels or driving your own car that allows you to explore the vast, remote areas.
Scaling back the spending when traveling in Australia can allow you to extend your trip and enjoy the good life for a little longer.
Here are some ideal ways to travel within Australia, and save on unnecessary costs.
Motor Home
One of the best options for travelling in Australia on a budget, is a road trip, in a car or motor home.
Motor home travel is one of the most popular ways to get to know the country but if you travel from one part of the country to another, van rental can be expensive. The next best option is to get a bus ticket.
Bus
Backpacking in Australia is one of the biggest life adventures for anyone who starts traveling.
Greyhound buses are one of the cheapest ways to travel in Australia and are popular with backpackers. A ticket that allows you to hop on and off as frequently as you like is a great way to see some of Australia’s beautiful landscapes.
Car
Carpooling is a good solution to travel Australia on a budget and a fun idea, especially if traveling in a group along the east coast of Australia. Ensure to plan a daily budget to include fuel, food, and car maintenance along the way.
Sydney Budget Tips
Sydney is not one of the cheapest cities to travel due to its popularity and size. The cost can take travellers by surprise and be slightly higher than expected, with price increases on everything from a hostel bunk bed, to a daily coffee.
The city is famous for the harbor views, nightlife and beaches and to really experience Sydney you may want to increase your budget for the below:
Bars and nightlife
Restaurants and cafes
Taxis and Uber
Accommodation
Harbour Cruises and other tourist attractions
Public transport to beaches
Conclusion
If you’re visiting Australia, it’s important to save money ahead of time, especially if you’re flying long distances. Aside from accommodation, food and travel, its recommended to budget for the tourist attractions you will be interested in as these will add a significant cost .Visiting art galleries, climbing the Sydney Harbour Bridge and dining in top rated restaurants will increase your daily budget.
Whether you decide to travel the west or east coast of Australia, take on the ‘Big Lap’, or focus on key areas, you will enjoy your trip to Australia more by budgeting for potential costs.
Research ahead of time will go a long way when travelling in Australia on a budget. Careful budgeting will assist in creating the best possible trip to Australia!
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