Adelaide River
NT 846 • Northern Territory
About Adelaide River
Adelaide River is a small rural township in the Northern Territory, situated approximately 113 kilometres south of Darwin along the Stuart Highway within the Coomalie Shire. With a population of around 317 at the 2021 Census, the town serves as a service stop for travellers and the surrounding pastoral region. The area experiences a tropical climate with a pronounced wet and dry season, and sits within a lush savanna landscape.
Adelaide River offers a relaxed outback lifestyle with a pub, general store and a small number of local businesses catering to residents and passing travellers. The town is historically significant as a base during World War II, and the Adelaide River War Cemetery commemorates those who lost their lives defending northern Australia. Its location along the Stuart Highway makes it accessible, and the nearby Litchfield National Park is a popular day-trip destination for locals.
Adelaide River falls under postcode 846 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Daly electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Greyhound Australia / regional coach — Darwin / Katherine Approx 1.5 hrs to Darwin, 3 hrs to Katherine
Commute to Darwin CBD
🛣️ Stuart Highway (A1) passes directly through town, providing straightforward access to Darwin. Katherine is ~205 km south.
A small town where most local needs are met on foot within the township, but all major services require driving to Darwin.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
No schools listed for this postcode.