KINGSCOTE TRANSPORTATION FIELD GUIDE
Kingscote Transfers: A 20‑seat bus for seamless group movement across Kangaroo Island
Hourly depot-to-depot bus hire in Kingscote for up to 20 passengers, with fuel and a driver included — this guide explains rates, booking rules and cancellation terms for confident planning.
Kingscote Transfers: A 20‑seat bus for seamless group movement across Kangaroo Island.
Kangaroo Island Trails runs group transfers from a depot in Kingscote: a staffed, hourly bus-hire service that carries up to 20 passengers, with fuel and driver provided and availability on weekdays and weekends. The service is priced by the hour and built for straightforward point-to-point movement across the island, backed by a clear cancellation policy and a minimum hire period.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A single 20‑passenger transfer option
The service accommodates parties of up to 20 people in a single vehicle; hires include a professional driver and fuel as part of the booking, with a required minimum hire of three hours.
Transparent hourly pricing by time and day
Rates are set by the hour from depot to depot in Kingscote: weekdays 9am–5pm at $120/hr, weekday after‑hours $140/hr; weekends 9am–5pm $130/hr and after‑hours $150/hr. A minimum three‑hour hire applies.
Payment and cancellation rules to plan around
Full payment is required seven days before travel. Cancellation tiers are explicit: full refund (less 25% booking fees) if cancelled 8+ days out; 50% refund for cancellations 3–7 days before; no refund for cancellations within 48 hours or no‑shows. COVID‑related border closures allow a full refund with proof of residence, and an in‑house travel insurance option is offered to help waive fees.
What the day feels like
How a transfer unfolds
Bookings are made for hourly, depot‑to‑depot hire from Kingscote, with the vehicle, driver and fuel supplied for the duration. Services operate on weekdays and weekends with distinct daytime and after‑hours rates; bookers arranging travel outside 9:00am–5:00pm are asked to contact the operator by phone to confirm details.
THE FLEET
A single 20‑passenger transfer option
The service accommodates parties of up to 20 people in a single vehicle; hires include a professional driver and fuel as part of the booking, with a required minimum hire of three hours.
THE RATES
Transparent hourly pricing by time and day
Rates are set by the hour from depot to depot in Kingscote: weekdays 9am–5pm at $120/hr, weekday after‑hours $140/hr; weekends 9am–5pm $130/hr and after‑hours $150/hr. A minimum three‑hour hire applies.
BOOKING TERMS
Payment and cancellation rules to plan around
Full payment is required seven days before travel. Cancellation tiers are explicit: full refund (less 25% booking fees) if cancelled 8+ days out; 50% refund for cancellations 3–7 days before; no refund for cancellations within 48 hours or no‑shows. COVID‑related border closures allow a full refund with proof of residence, and an in‑house travel insurance option is offered to help waive fees.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this transfer works for — and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Standard pricing applies 9:00am–5:00pm with separate after‑hours rates; minimum hire is three hours. Bookings outside daytime hours require phone contact to confirm arrangements.
No special gear is required; note that alcohol is strictly prohibited in the vehicle. Have payment details ready—full payment is due seven days prior to travel.
Full payment required seven days before travel; booking changes within 48 hours incur a $25 admin fee. Cancellation charges apply per the operator’s published schedule.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How many passengers fit in one vehicle?
The bus hire covers up to 20 passengers in a single vehicle.
What are the hourly rates?
Weekdays 9am–5pm: $120/hr; weekdays after hours: $140/hr; weekends 9am–5pm: $130/hr; weekends after hours: $150/hr. A minimum three‑hour hire applies.
Is fuel and a driver included?
Yes — hires include fuel and a driver as part of the booking.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancel 8+ days before departure for a full refund less 25% booking fees; cancel 3–7 days before for a 50% refund; cancel within 48 hours or no‑show yields no refund. COVID‑related cancellations due to border closures receive a full refund with proof of residence.
When is payment due?
Full payment is required seven days prior to the travel date.
Can passengers consume alcohol on board?
No — alcohol is strictly not permitted to be consumed in the vehicle.
How do I book outside standard hours?
If you are booking the vehicle outside 9:00am–5:00pm, contact the operator by phone on 0458 471 419 to arrange the booking.