Port Lincoln to William Creek is roughly 1,000 km by road , with a drive time of about 12 hours , depending on route and road conditions. William Creek is also commonly described as being about 2.5 hours from Coober Pedy and around 3.5 hours from Marree , which helps if you’re planning the trip in stages.

Route notes

  • The trip usually goes inland through major outback routes rather than directly across the coast.
  • William Creek is on the Oodnadatta Track , so conditions can vary a lot, especially on unsealed sections.

Practical take

  • Best estimate: about 1,000 km / 12 hours from Port Lincoln to William Creek.
  • Scenic but slower routes: possible, especially if you detour through Port Augusta, Marree, or Coober Pedy.
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Route pointApprox. distance/time
Port Lincoln → William CreekAbout 1,000 km / 12 hours
Coober Pedy → William Creek167 km / 2.5 hours
Marree → William Creek204 km / 3.5 hours
TL;DR: it’s a long outback drive — plan on **around 12 hours** from Port Lincoln to William Creek, and check road conditions before leaving.