Hotels in Alfred Town, New South Wales
Former Shanty Hotel
Shanty Hotel Hotel closed 25/04/2009 "The licence is being transferred to a new hotel to be built at Forest Hill on the city side near the RAAF base. I think the Shanty was a carry over from the days when you had to travel 10 mile on a Sunday...
Information on Alfred Town, NSW
Alfred Town is a small rural community in the central east Riverina region, located 14 km east of Wagga Wagga on the Sturt Highway. The town consists primarily of The Shanty Tavern & Bistro, a historic gathering place for locals and visitors, and a petrol station with small store.
This quiet, scenic area offers rural landscapes steeped in history and serves as a convenient stop for those exploring the broader Riverina region. Its strategic highway location makes it easily accessible for travelers.
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Travel options
Alfred Town is easily accessible via the Sturt Highway, positioning it as a convenient waypoint for road travelers. The town is 14 km east of Wagga Wagga, which serves as the main regional center with broader transport connections including rail and air services.
The Sturt Highway connects eastern NSW through Wagga Wagga to western regions, making Alfred Town accessible for interstate travelers. Local transport primarily relies on private vehicles, with the town serving as a rest stop on longer journeys.
- Wagga Wagga (14km)
- Tarcutta (24km)
- Uranquinty (25km)
- Junee (33km)
- Kyeamba (34km)
- Mangoplah (34km)
- Collingullie (36km)
- The Rock (38km)
- Marrar (40km)
- Illabo (44km)