Kalgoorlie-Boulder Welcomes All Visitors
No matter your specific needs, everyone is welcome in the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder.
Whether you use a wheelchair or mobility aids, are deaf or hard of hearing, are vision impaired, or a neurodivergent traveller, we aim to provide the information you need to plan your trip to Kalgoorlie-Boulder. Our team at the Kalgoorlie-Boulder Visitor Centre is happy to talk through your needs before you travel. Call us on (08) 9021 1966 or email
Getting here
You can reach Kalgoorlie-Boulder by air, rail, road coach or car. If you need specific assistance to board and aircraft, train or bus, it's best to arrange services when you book your ticket as most providers need at least 48 hours' notice.
Flight Services
Direct flights from Perth to Kalgoorlie-Boulder operate multiple times a day and take about an hour and 15 minutes. Both Qantas and Virgin Australia operate direct passenger flights. Here are some handy tips to make your journey stress-free.
- Request wheelchair assistance, boarding help or seating for an assistance animal through your airline when you book.
- Tell the airline about any mobility aid you are travelling with, including battery type for powered chairs.
- Kalgoorlie-Boulder Airport asks passengers to pre-arrange wheelchairs with their airline before the travel date.
The Prospector Train Service
Transwa's Prospector runs between East Perth Terminal and Kalgoorlie Station. The journey takes approximately 7 hours each way. It is one of the most accessible ways to reach the Goldfields. Services include:
- Powered ramps for wheelchair boarding and dedicated wheelchair spaces.
- Accessible toilets on board.
- Audio (hearing) loops in passenger compartments.
- Braille and tactile signage throughout the railcars.
- Level boarding at accessible stations on the Kalgoorlie line.
Before you book: Transwa asks for at least 48 hours' notice for passengers with mobility aids. Wheelchairs and scooters must fit within 1300 mm long × 800 mm wide. Some oversized or motorised aids can't be carried. Book on 1300 662 205 or at transwa.wa.gov.au.
Concessions: Transwa offers concession fares for people with vision impairment and for WA Companion Card holders.
Assistance animals: Licensed and registered guide and assistance dogs are welcome on all Transwa services, wearing their vest or harness.
Bus Services
Transwa road coaches have a wheelchair lift and space for two wheelchairs secured to the floor. Coaches also connect Kalgoorlie with Esperance. Book at least 48 hours ahead; motorised scooters must also be no taller than 850 mm.
Self-Drive by Car
Kalgoorlie-Boulder is about 595 km east of Perth via the Great Eastern Highway. Plan accessible rest stops along the way using the National Public Toilet Map, which lists accessible toilets, opening hours and Changing Places facilities.