Riverland South Australia distances by road

Interstate touring routes

All roads can take you to the Riverland, whether you are travelling from Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne or Adelaide.

Travel by car

From Adelaide you can travel one hour and 50 minutes to Blanchetown, the Gateway to the Riverland by taking the Main North Road (A20) to Sturt Highway. From Victoria via Mildura you can take the Sturt Highway (A20), which will take you to Paringa in the Riverland.

Travel by Coach/Bus

Premier Stateliner Coaches operates a regular service to towns in the Riverland from Adelaide Central Bus Station in Franklin Street. McCafferty’s Express Coaches operates from Adelaide and interstate.

Travel by plane

The Riverland has airstrips in Loxton, Waikerie and Renmark for use by private and charter aircrafts.

Climate

The Riverland has a typical Mediterranean climate with dry summers and mild winters. The region is well known for its year-round sunshine; however, during the winter, spring and some autumn months you will experience cool nights and some chilly mornings. During summer it’s hot with plenty of sun. Temperatures vary from 27 to 47, so it’s recommended that you protect yourself by wearing sunscreen, a hat and carry lots of water. Get more travel tips here.

Time zones

The Riverland and South Australia are based on Central Standard Time (CST). CST is half an hour behind Eastern Standard Time (EST) in New South Wales, Victoria and Queensland. Daylight Saving Time usually commences at the end of October and finishes at the end of March.

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