HOW TO GET AROUND AUSTRALIA ON THE CHEAP

 With the vast distances one has to cover and the huge costs associated with travelling around Australia, it is no wonder that many restrict their expeditions to a smaller area in the country. It gets worse if you have limited time to stay in Australia, as this would mean that you'd need to opt for faster methods of travelling that come with hefty price tags. Nevertheless, here are some insights on how you can get around Australia on the cheap.

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Flying on a low budget

Although domestic flying is the most expensive travelling method, it remains the most convenient of them all. Since domestic airlines don't have much competition, it comes with pretty high rates. While you may find other airlines that take you to off-the-beaten-path destinations, five leading airline carriers fly to a majority of Australia's destinations. They are Qantas Domestic, Virgin Australia, Tiger Airways, Jetstar, and Rex. Out of these, Tiger Airways is famous for its fare sales and incredible deals - for instance, a return ticket from Sydney to Perth can be purchased for around AUD 169, which is pretty reasonable compared with the rates of the other airlines. However, with the limited number of domestic carriers, it's not surprising that tickets often remain in the expensive range. If you book early than it is necessary, you might be able to secure some early-bird offers; if not, it is better to avoid domestic flights in Australia. Things to do are plenty with the money that you'd save from travelling by other means.

Get around by backpacker bus

Oz Experience is a backpacker bus company in Australia, which more often than not offer its services along the east coast and central Australia. If you aren't sure what you should visit or where to go for the best experiences, the experts of this company will readily help you to create an itinerary with destinations that transcend your wildest dreams. There aren't any booking fees, thus keeping you safe from cancellation charges if you're unable to make it. Moreover, the company offers a pretty transparent package that is free of hidden costs or surprise charges. The beauty of travelling via this backpacker bus is that you get a say in designing your itinerary. You may also have the freedom to change your plans even during the journey. What's more, travelling by backpacker bus would entail exclusive VIP deals like free meals, discounted accommodation, exciting offers and much more.

Get around by train

Even travelling by trains in Australia comes at massive prices. Nevertheless, journeying the land of kangaroos by train is a wonderful and convenient way of sightseeing and covering larger distances in shorter periods. From commuter trains and city trams to long-distance and trans-continental trains, there is an array of options from which you can opt for the one that serves your need the most. However, the railways aren't that widespread in Australia and exist mainly on the east coast with two other major lines; one from Melbourne to Darwin, and the other from Sydney to Perth. Even with backpacker fare, train rides aren't really good options for someone who's travelling on a tight budget. For instance, a one-way ticket journey from Sydney to Perth comes at AUD 692. Unless you are looking forward to splurging on a scenic route with that special someone, it is better to avoid train rides in this country at all costs.

Car share

If you're really intent on saving money while you're travelling, then the best option would be to pool some travellers with the same tastes as you and renting a campervan to travel around the country. It would not only allow you to share the cost with others, but it would also be the least expensive method of travelling. You can find people to join your trip by taking a look at the bulletin boards in hostels, where most people post advertisements looking for similar opportunities. It's pretty easy to find travel buddies by going over some rideshare websites. Just make sure that you make up your mind on where you want to travel by reading through blogs such as The Vacation Gateway before contacting the first person you come across.

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