Find an open pharmacy near you in SA
The Healthdirect Service Finder lets you search for the nearest open pharmacy in South Australia by suburb or postcode, and is the federal directory of current opening hours. South Australia funds the SA Health 24/7 Pharmacies program, covering four community pharmacies open every hour of every day.
Adelaide metro
TerryWhite Chemmart Hallett Cove
24hHallett Cove, 5158
Pavilion Shopping Centre, 45 Lonsdale Road
Open 24 hours, every day of the year
Part of SA Health 24/7 Pharmacies
National Pharmacies Norwood
24hNorwood, 5067
156 The Parade
Open 24 hours, every day of the year
Part of SA Health 24/7 Pharmacies
Chemist Warehouse Saints Shopping Centre Salisbury Plain
24hSalisbury, 5108
Shop T03, Saints Shopping Centre, 83 Saints Road
Open 24 hours, every day of the year
Part of SA Health 24/7 Pharmacies
Chemist Warehouse Clovelly Park
24hClovelly Park, 5042
1156–1158 South Road
Open 24 hours, every day of the year
Part of SA Health 24/7 Pharmacies
Midnight Pharmacy
Extended hoursAdelaide, 5000
192–194 Wakefield Street
Open 9am to midnight, every day of the year
About after-hours pharmacy access in South Australia
Pharmacy opening hours in SA are set by each pharmacy operator. A small number of South Australia pharmacies are open 24 hours a day, while a larger group operate extended hours, typically until 10pm, 11pm, or midnight, including weekends and public holidays.
South Australia is the only Australian jurisdiction with a dedicated state-funded 24/7 community pharmacy program. The SA Health 24/7 Pharmacies initiative subsidises four community pharmacies in metropolitan Adelaide to operate around the clock, every day of the year.
Hours, addresses, and services vary by pharmacy. The Healthdirect Service Finder is the federal directory and should be checked for current opening hours before travelling.
Need a script first? Telehealth fits between you and the pharmacy
Many people searching for an after-hours pharmacy in SA actually need a script to be issued first. A NewDoc telehealth consult is bulk billed for eligible Medicare patients and any prescription is sent to your phone as an eScript, usually within minutes of the call ending. You can take that eScript to any open pharmacy in South Australia, including any of the after-hours options listed above.
- Repeat prescriptions that have run out
- A new script for a urinary tract infection or other common acute issue
- Renewal of contraception, asthma inhaler, blood pressure, or cholesterol medication
- A medical certificate to cover the time off work or school
All NewDoc consultations are conducted by FRACGP-qualified General Practitioners, at no out-of-pocket cost for eligible Medicare patients. See the South Australia bulk billed telehealth page for details.
Need a script first? See a GP from home.
Bulk billed telehealth with a FRACGP-qualified GP. Your eScript is sent to your phone, ready for any Australian pharmacy to dispense.
Or call 0481 615 998
Frequently asked questions
How many 24-hour pharmacies are in South Australia?
This page lists 4 pharmacies in South Australia that are documented as open 24 hours, every day of the year. The full picture changes over time as operators adjust hours, so the Healthdirect Service Finder is the authoritative source for current openings.
Are after-hours pharmacies more expensive in SA?
Pharmacies are private businesses and pricing is set by each operator. After-hours pharmacies are generally not more expensive for PBS-listed prescription medications, where the maximum patient co-payment is set by the federal Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme. Some over-the-counter or non-PBS items may have different pricing.
Can a NewDoc telehealth eScript be dispensed at any SA pharmacy?
Yes. eScripts are SMS or email tokens containing a QR code. Any pharmacy in Australia, including any after-hours or 24-hour pharmacy in South Australia, can scan the token and dispense your medication. There is no need to nominate a specific pharmacy when your GP issues the script.
When should I go to a SA emergency department instead of a pharmacy?
Call 000 or go to your nearest emergency department for anything that could be life-threatening, including chest pain, difficulty breathing, severe bleeding, severe burns, loss of consciousness, signs of stroke, suspected poisoning, or a serious head injury. Pharmacies and pharmacists are not equipped for emergencies.
Where can I find an up-to-date list of SA pharmacy hours?
SA Health publishes the four 24/7 community pharmacies it funds under its 24/7 Pharmacies program. Healthdirect Australia runs a national service finder that lists pharmacies and current hours by suburb or postcode for the whole of Australia, including South Australia.
Pharmacy listings sourced from operator store locators, state government programs, and the Healthdirect Service Finder. Hours change, always verify before travelling at healthdirect.gov.au. For medical emergencies call 000.