Direction from Perth to Menzies, Western Australia: Northeast
Perth → Menzies: Head Northeast, ~1,200 km
Menzies is a historic gold-mining town in WA's Goldfields-Esperance region. The journey from Perth crosses the Wheatbelt into the outback.
Route
- Great Eastern Highway (National Route 94) east from Perth → Northam → Southern Cross → Coolgardie (~590 km).
- Goldfields Highway (National Route 94) north from Coolgardie → Kalgoorlie (37 km) → Menzies (130 km further).
Travel Details
| Metric | Value |
|---|
| Distance | ~1,200 km (745 mi) |
| Driving Time | 13–14 hours (non-stop) |
| Recommended | 2 days (overnight Kalgoorlie) |
| Fuel | ~120 L diesel ($200+); carry spare in remote sections |
| Road Condition | Sealed all way; road trains common — give space |
Key Stops
- Northam (historic town, avon river)
- Merredin (grain silos, military museum)
- Southern Cross (crossroads, pioneer museum)
- Coolgardie (gold rush town, cemetery)
- Kalgoorlie (Super Pit, Hannan St, Museum of the Goldfields)
- Menzies: Historic hotel, Lake Ballard (Antony Gormley sculptures), nickel mining.
Alternatives
- Fly: Perth → Kalgoorlie (1h 15m), then drive 2h 15m.
- Train: Transwa Prospector (Perth–Kalgoorlie, 7h), then bus/charter.
Northeast on Great Eastern → Goldfields Highways. Prepare for distance, heat, and spectacular emptiness.
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