Oodnadatta Track Fuel Stops – Complete Guide

Complete list of Oodnadatta Track fuel stops and contacts for your outback adventure along one of Australia’s most iconic tracks.

Fuel planning is absolutely critical for this journey as services are limited and distances between fuel stops can be substantial. We’ve been to and used all of these stops many times. Here’s our complete guide to fuel availability along the track.

Distance Summary & Fuel Planning

Route Section	Distance	Fuel Strategy
Marree → William Creek	196km	Fill at Marree, top up at William Creek
William Creek → Oodnadatta	201km	Mandatory fuel stop at William Creek
Oodnadatta → Marla	254km	Fill at Oodnadatta for final stretch

List Of Oodnadatta Track Fuel Stops Grouped In Order Of Location

1. Marree General Store & Fuel

Marree is the south eastern beginning of the Oodnadatta Track. The Marree Roadhouse, Oasis Cafe/Bistro is open 7 days a week from 7.30am till 6.30pm for all your general needs, take away meals, coffee, cold drinks, ice, groceries, fresh fruit and vegetables, souvenirs, camping equipment and tools. EFTPOS is available. This is one our favourite Oodnadatta Track fuel stops and we ALWAYS call in here for fuel and to stock up. I’ve been wearing a hat I bought here 10 years ago whenever I go outside!

Address: Oodnadatta Track, Marree, South Australia 5733
GPS Coordinates: -29.6497°S, 138.0413°E
Types Of Fuel Available: Diesel, Unleaded Petrol
Phone: (08) 8675 8352 – (08) 8675 8360
Opening Hours: 7 Days 7:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Fuel Availability Hours: Same as opening hours
Services Available: General store, camping supplies, ice, basic groceries, mechanical services, accommodation bookings
Website: https://marreemotel.com.au

2. William Creek Hotel & Roadhouse

William Creek is just about right on the halfway mark if you’re driving the full length of the track. William Creek is the smallest town in South Australia. This is the only fuel stop between Marree, Coober Pedy and Oodnadatta – making it absolutely essential for track travelers. There is both Unleaded and Diesel at the bowser located outside the William Creek Hotel. Fuel is available 24hrs a day at the self service bowser and there’s always plenty of fuel available all year round.

Address: Oodnadatta Track, William Creek, South Australia, 5710, Australia
GPS Coordinates: -28.9333°S, 136.3500°E
Types Of Fuel Available: Diesel, Unleaded Petrol
Phone: (08) 8670 7880
Opening Hours: Daily 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Fuel Availability Hours: 24-hour fuel available (self serve after hours)
Services Available: Hotel accommodation, restaurant, bar, camping ground, general store, mechanical repairs, scenic flights booking
Website: https://www.williamcreekhotel.com/

3. Pink Roadhouse – Oodnadatta

The iconic Pink Roadhouse is a legendary outback stop famous for its Oodnaburgers. This is your last fuel stop before heading northwest to Marla or south back toward civilization.

Address: Oodnadatta, SA 5734
GPS Coordinates: -27.5553°S, 135.4467°E
Types Of Fuel Available: Unleaded petrol, Diesel
Phone: (08) 8670 7822
Opening Hours: 7 Days 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM (extended hours during peak season)
Fuel Availability Hours: Same as opening hours
Services Available: Accommodation (cabins and camping), restaurant (famous Oodnaburgers), general store, mechanical services, camping supplies, ice, tourist information
Website: https://pinkroadhouse.com.au/

4. Marla Travellers Rest

Located on the Stuart Highway Marla serves as the northwestern access point to the Oodnadatta Track. Marla Traveller’s Rest is a sprawling roadhouse, hotel/motel, restaurant, service station, supermarket and more all in one place.

Address: Stuart Highway, Marla, SA 5724
GPS Coordinates: -27.3000°S, 133.0833°E
Types Of Fuel Available: Unleaded Petrol, Premium unleaded, Diesel, LPG
Phone: (08) 8670 7001
Opening Hours: Daily 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Fuel Availability Hours: 24-hour fuel available (card payment after hours)
Services Available: Accommodation (motel units), restaurant, takeaway food, general store, camping ground, ATM, mechanical services
Website: https://www.marla.com.au/

5. Lyndhurst Fuel Options

Lyndhurst is at the end of the Strzelecki Track and you will pass through it coming from south to join the OOdnadatta. While not directly on the Oodnadatta Track it’s a great fuel stop for those approaching from the south or connecting to other outback routes.

5a. Perrys Lyndhurst

Address: The Outback Hwy, Lyndhurst, SA, 5731
GPS Coordinates: -30.28719903045753, 138.34923743900703
Types Of Fuel Available: Diesel
Phone: (08) 8636 2274 – Perrys Head Office
Opening Hours: 24 Hours (self serve card only)
Fuel Availability Hours: 24 Hours
Services Available: Fuel
Website: https://perrys.com.au/

5b. IOR Lyndhurst

Address: 3 Short Street, Lyndhurst SA 5731, Australia
GPS Coordinates: -30.287481786739995, 138.35235109667667
Types Of Fuel Available: Diesel
Phone: 1300 457 467 – IOR Head Office
Opening Hours: 24 Hours (payment using Fuel Charge App https://www.fuelcharge.com.au/)
Fuel Availability Hours: 24 Hours
Services Available: Fuel
Website: https://www.ior.com.au/

6. Coober Pedy Fuel Options

Coober Pedy famous for its opal mines and underground houses has multiple fuel options.

6a. Shell Coober Pedy

Address: 454 Hutchison St, Coober Pedy SA 5723
GPS Coordinates: -29.0147°S, 134.7544°E
Types Of Fuel Available: Unleaded petrol, Premium unleaded, Diesel
Phone: (08) 8672 5350
Opening Hours: 7 Days 24 Hours
Fuel Availability Hours: 7 Days 24 Hours
Services Available: Convenience store, food options, ATM
Website: https://find.shell.com/au/fuel/10111493-shell-coober-pedy-roadhouse/en_AUhttps://find.shell.com/au/fuel/10111493-shell-coober-pedy-roadhouse/en_AU

6b. Perrys Coober Pedy

Address: Flat Hill Rd, Coober Pedy SA 5723
GPS Coordinates:
Types Of Fuel Available:
Phone: (08) 8636 2274 – Perrys Head Office
Opening Hours: 24 Hours (self serve card only)
Fuel Availability Hours: Same as opening hours
Services Available: Fuel
Website: https://perrys.com.au/

7. Mount Dare Hotel

Mount Dare is north of Oodnadatta near the border with the Northern Territory. This remote location is a gateway for those continuing north to Alice Springs and for exploring the western MacDonnell Ranges.

Address: Mount Dare, SA 5734
GPS Coordinates: -26.6833°S, 135.1833°E
Types Of Fuel Available: Unleaded Petrol, Diesel
Phone: (08) 8670 7835
Opening Hours: Daily 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM (seasonal variations)
Fuel Availability Hours: Same as opening hours
Services Available: Hotel accommodation, restaurant, bar, camping ground, general store, mechanical services
Website: https://www.mtdare.com.au/

8. Roxby Downs

Borefield Road (Borefield Track) is a popular entry point to the Oodnadatta Track. Borefield Road starts in Roxby Downs and meets the Oodnadatta Track 68km west of Marree, or 136km east of William Creek. Roxby Downs and Olympic Dam just north of Roxby are the last available fuel before either william Creek or Marree when travelling Borefield Road.

8a. BP Roxby Downs

Address: 26 Olympic Way, Roxby Downs SA 5725
GPS Coordinates: -30.553387473299107, 136.89372145435607
Types Of Fuel Available: Diesel, Unleaded Petrol, Premium Unleaded Petrol
Phone: (08) 8419 4683
Opening Hours: 7 Days 4:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Fuel Availability Hours: Same as opening hours
Services Available: Convenience Store, Food, Toilets
Website: https://map.bp.com/en-AU/AU/gas-station/roxby-downs/ampm-roxby-downs/5500

8b. Lavricks Roadhouse

Address: Olympic Way North, Olympic Dam
GPS Coordinates: -30.48424453960465, 136.89301790788122
Types Of Fuel Available: Diesel, Unleaded Petrol, Premium Unleaded Petrol, LPG
Phone: (08) 8671 0554
Opening Hours: 7 Days 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Fuel Availability Hours: Same as opening hours
Services Available: Convenience Store, Food, Roadhouse, Toilets
Website: https://www.facebook.com/p/Lavricks-Roadhouse-Olympic-Dam-61556682005282/

Main Track Fuel Stops (South to North)

Location & Facility	Address & GPS	Distance From Previous
MARREE Marree Roadhouse & Oasis Cafe	Railway Terrace, Marree SA 5733 29°39’01″S, 138°02’29″E	Starting Point
WILLIAM CREEK William Creek Hotel	William Creek SA 5710 28°56’00″S, 136°21’00″E	215km from Marree
OODNADATTA Pink Roadhouse	Main Street, Oodnadatta SA 5734 27°33’19″S, 135°26’48″E	207km from William Creek
MARLA Marla Traveller’s Rest	Stuart Highway, Marla SA 5724 27°18’00″S, 133°13’00″E	220km from Oodnadatta

Last Updated: August 2025 – Information subject to change. Always verify current details before travel.