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Nullarbor

SA 5690 • South Australia

71
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
55824.87 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RemoteOutbackRuralTourist Hub

About Nullarbor

Nullarbor is a remote outback locality in the far west of South Australia, situated on the Eyre Highway approximately 295 kilometres west of Ceduna and near the Western Australian border. The locality encompasses a vast area of over 55,800 square kilometres of treeless limestone plain and mallee scrub, making it one of the largest localities by area in Australia. With a 2021 Census population of just 71 residents — predominantly male, reflecting the workforce character of a remote highway settlement — Nullarbor is one of Australia's most sparsely inhabited places.

The Nullarbor Roadhouse is the heart of the settlement, providing fuel, accommodation, a restaurant, and a bar for travellers crossing the Eyre Highway between Ceduna and Norseman in Western Australia. The roadhouse features heritage murals celebrating the history of the Nullarbor Plain and a shaded caravan park. The locality is famous for the nearby Head of Bight whale watching site, where southern right whales gather from May to October, and for the dramatic Bunda Cliffs which plunge 60 to 100 metres into the Great Australian Bight. Life here revolves entirely around supporting the highway traveller community in one of the world's most iconic and remote road trip corridors.

Nullarbor falls under postcode 5690 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Flinders electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5690
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Grey
State Electorate
Flinders
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-31.06°, 130.48°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
55824.87 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited coach services (Greyhound / Integrity Coach Lines) — Adelaide / Perth (Eyre Highway corridor) Approx. 10 hr to Adelaide; approx. 14 hr to Perth

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
820 km
By Train
No direct service; Indian Pacific does not stop at Nullarbor locality
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 8 hr 30 min - 9 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 8 hr - 9 hr

🛣️ The Eyre Highway is the only sealed road access; the locality is extremely remote and entirely car dependent

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Aside from the roadhouse precinct itself, all movement requires a vehicle; the nearest town (Ceduna) is 295km away

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
71
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nullarbor known for? +

Nullarbor is known for the Nullarbor Roadhouse, a famous stopping point on the Eyre Highway, as well as the Bunda Cliffs and the Head of Bight whale watching site where southern right whales gather from May to October. The vast treeless Nullarbor Plain itself is one of Australia's most iconic outback landscapes and a highlight of the Adelaide to Perth road trip.

How far is Nullarbor from Adelaide? +

Nullarbor is approximately 820 kilometres west of Adelaide by road via the Eyre Highway, making it roughly an 8.5 to 9.5-hour drive. The nearest town, Ceduna, is about 295 kilometres to the east.

Does Nullarbor have public transport? +

Nullarbor has very limited long-distance coach services along the Eyre Highway corridor, including occasional services by Greyhound and Integrity Coach Lines. The Indian Pacific train passes through the broader region but does not stop at the Nullarbor locality. A private vehicle is effectively essential for life in the area.

What is the population of Nullarbor? +

According to the 2021 Census, Nullarbor had a population of 71 residents, with a notably skewed gender ratio of approximately 51 males to 18 females, reflecting the workforce character of the remote roadhouse community.

Is Nullarbor a good place to live? +

Nullarbor suits a very specific lifestyle: those working in remote services, hospitality, or conservation who are drawn to extreme remoteness and spectacular natural landscapes. The nearest major services are nearly 300 kilometres away in Ceduna, and it is not suited to those requiring regular access to urban amenities.

What is the postcode for Nullarbor? +

The postcode for Nullarbor, South Australia is 5690.