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Quorn
Base in Quorn for one night if you want the Pichi Richi Railway or Flinders Ranges gateway; otherwise it is a 30-min detour from Port Augusta.
Quorn is a small railway town on the edge of the Flinders Ranges, about 30 minutes from Port Augusta and 4 hours from Adelaide by car. It is the southern gateway to the ranges and home to the Pichi Richi Railway heritage line. There is no public transport: you need a car. Most travellers use it as a one-night stop or a half-day detour.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- AUD
- Best months
- Apr–Oct
- avoid Dec–Feb (extreme heat, 40°C (104°F)+)avoid Dec–Feb (extreme heat, 104°F (40°C)+)
- Airport
- ADL
- Nights
- 1
Rules in force · 7
- Oceania ↗Oceania's island states guard their farms and reefs at the border: tick 'yes' on the arrival card for any food, plant, animal product, soil or used outdoor gear, and let the officer decide.
- Oceania ↗Across the tropical South Pacific, cyclones are possible from November to April: choose insurance that covers weather delays and keep one spare night before a long-haul departure.
- Australia and New Zealand ↗Both countries drive on the left, with long distances between fuel stops in the outback and on New Zealand's back roads; fatigue causes more visitor crashes than speed.
- Australia ↗Almost every visitor needs a visa or an electronic authorisation (ETA or eVisitor, depending on passport) before boarding: apply only through the official Department of Home Affairs site or the official AustralianETA app, and check the rules for your passport.
- Australia ↗Declare all food, plant material, seeds, wood and animal products on your arrival declaration; undeclared items can bring on-the-spot fines or visa cancellation. When unsure, declare it.
- Australia ↗Drive on the left. An overseas licence in English (or with an official translation or International Driving Permit) is accepted for visitors; check the state rules and your rental contract.
- Australia ↗Swim between the red and yellow flags on patrolled beaches; rip currents cause most beach drownings.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Quorn000 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Quorn, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Australian dollar (AUD, A$).Australia-wide
- SIM or eSIMTelstra has the widest outback coverage; Optus and Vodafone (TPG) are cheaper and fine in cities and along highways.Australia-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe in cities and towns; in remote places use signed drinking taps.Australia-wide
- TippingRestaurants: Not expected; 10% for very good service in a nice restaurant if you wish.Australia-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets I. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): fits. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Australia-wide
- SafetyQuorn is a small, quiet town and feels safe.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets in parks, beaches, shopping centres and petrol stations (servos); the National Public Toilet Map app lists them.Australia-wide
- Emergency numbers000 police, fire, ambulance · 112 From mobiles
- Sundays & holidaysChristmas Day, Good Friday and Anzac Day morning close most shops; many cafés close by 15:00; country towns close early on Saturday and all Sunday.Christmas Day, Good Friday and Anzac Day morning close most shops; many cafés close by 3:00 PM; country towns close early on Saturday and all Sunday.Australia-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportADL Adelaide Airport (About 4 h drive via the A32 and B82; no public transport to Quorn.).
- Getting aroundYou need a car.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeA$5–7 (≈ US$4–5)
- Beerschooner in a pubA$7–10 (≈ US$5–7)
- SIM or eSIM, a weekeSIM or data SIM, about a weekA$20–40 (≈ US$14–30)
- Budget bedCaravan park cabin, a night, per roomA$120 (≈ US$80)
- Mid-range bedPub or motel room, a night, per roomA$160 (≈ US$110)
- High-end bedPub or motel room, a night, per roomA$240 (≈ US$160)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget A$90 (≈ US$60) · Mid A$160 (≈ US$110) · High A$280 (≈ US$190)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- ADL Adelaide Airport (About 4 h drive via the A32 and B82; no public transport to Quorn.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Feb
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Mar
not flagged
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Apr
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
May
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Jun
Best
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Jul
Best
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Aug
Best
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Sep
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Oct
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Nov
not flagged
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Dec
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Best: Apr–Oct. Avoid: Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jan (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jul (4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C) low), wettest Jul (9 rain days), driest Jan (3). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Quorn: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
3 rd
Feb
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
3 rd
Mar
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
3 rd
Apr
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
4 rd
May
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
6 rd
Jun
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
8 rd
Jul
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
9 rd
Aug
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
8 rd
Sep
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
6 rd
Oct
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
5 rd
Nov
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
4 rd
Dec
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
3 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
You need a car. Quorn is 30 min from Port Augusta via the B83 and 4 h from Adelaide via the A32 and B82. There is no bus or train to town. Once there, the centre is walkable: Railway Terrace, First Street and the station are within 10 minutes on foot. Fuel up in Port Augusta or Hawker; the Quorn servo hours are limited.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: About 30 min
Drive the B83 south
Nearest supermarkets, 24 h fuel and hospital.
Flinders Ranges (Wilpena Pound)
goDoor to door: About 2 h
Drive the B83 north to Hawker, then the Flinders Ranges Way
A full day; start early, fuel at Hawker.
Arkaroola
overnightDoor to door: About 4 h
Drive via Hawker and Copley
Too far for a return day; sleep there.
Woomera
cautionDoor to door: About 3 h
Drive the A87 north via Port Augusta
Long day; check road and fuel before leaving.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Railway Terrace
The main street: four pubs with rooms, plus the Flinders Ranges Motel. Walk to everything.
First Street
Quandong Apartments and cafe; one block back from the railway.
Quorn Caravan Park
Cabins and powered sites on the edge of town; best for self-drive and campervans.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- A$80–130 (≈ US$55–90) excl. bed
- Mid
- A$130–220 (≈ US$90–150) excl. bed
- High
- A$220 (≈ US$150)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Pub or motel room1 × 1 night × A$160 | A$160 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × A$160 | A$320 |
| Pichi Richi Railway return trip2 × A$100 · check | A$200 |
| Fuel, Port Augusta to Quorn and back1 × A$40 · check | A$40 |
| eSIM, about a week of data2 × A$25 | A$50 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | A$77 |
| Trip total≈ A$424 per person per day, bed included | A$847≈ US$600 |
2026 estimate in Australian dollars; fuel and flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | A$5–7 (≈ US$4–5) |
| Pub counter meal | A$25–40 (≈ US$17–30) |
| Beer, schooner in a pub | A$7–10 (≈ US$5–7) |
| Fuel, per litreHigher in remote towns; check. | A$1.90–2.20 (≈ US$2) |
| Pichi Richi Railway return trip | A$90–120 (≈ US$60–80) (check) |
| eSIM or data SIM, about a week | A$20–40 (≈ US$14–30) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- No public transport: without a car you cannot reach Quorn or leave it.
- Summer heat: Dec–Feb regularly tops 40°C (104°F); carry 4 L of water per person per day on any walk.Summer heat: Dec–Feb regularly tops 104°F (40°C); carry 4 L of water per person per day on any walk.
- Fuel and food hours are limited; the nearest 24 h fuel is Port Augusta.
- Mobile coverage is patchy outside town; download offline maps before you leave.
- Kangaroos and emus on the road at dawn and dusk: slow down.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 000
- From mobiles
- 112
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Emergency
- Police, fire, ambulance000
- From mobiles112
Embassy
No embassies in Quorn; consulates-general are in Adelaide, embassies in Canberra.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Drive Port Augusta → Quorn: about 30 min via the B83
- Drive Adelaide → Quorn: about 4 h via the A32 and B82
- Pichi Richi Railway return: about A$100 (≈ US$70) (check)
Say or show
- Where's the servo? — Where is the fuel station?
- Is it bitumen the whole way? — Is the road sealed all the way?
- Do you take card? — Can I pay by card?
- How far to the next town? — How far to the next town?
Fuel and food hours are limited; fill up in Port Augusta.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Quorn. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Oct · avoid Dec–Feb (extreme heat, 40°C+) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 5 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Airport-to-bed contract for ADL: last hire-car desk hours, drive time to Quorn, overnight rung.
- Walking cluster map: Railway Terrace, First Street, the station and the Pichi Richi yard.
- Place pages with verified Pichi Richi Railway running days and Kanyaka Station access.
- Heat and remote-road fixtures so gates A–D can go green.
Sources
- officialFlinders Ranges Council
- officialSouth Australia Tourism
- officialPichi Richi Railway
- secondaryWikivoyage: Quorn, revision 4844260 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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