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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Northern Territory to Melbourne

Composite routes from Northern Territory to Melbourne

Cheapest
29 h 47 min
Car
2752 km.
from $151
Other
2 d 4 h 50 min
2244 km.
from $631.70
2 d 13 h 30 min
Train, Bus
2244 km.
from $1242.76
2 d 14 h 41 min
2244 km.
from $1339.72

Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Alice Springs Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$252.62–$821.01

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Alice Springs Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$252.62–$618.92

Bus operators

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Adelaide to Southern
Ave. Duration:
9h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$42.95–$58.10

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Darwin to Alice
Ave. Duration:
21h 5m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$138.94–$366.30
Bus from Alice Springs to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
19h 55m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$151.57–$366.30

Train operators

Journey Beyond - The Overland

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
sales.enquiries@journeybeyond.com
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/journeys/overland/
Train from Adelaide to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 25m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$75.79–$227.36

Journey Beyond - The Ghan

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Email:
sales.enquiries@journeybeyond.com
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/the-ghan/
Train from Darwin to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2d 2h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$673.79–$1,319.03

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Northern Territory to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Northern Territory to Melbourne is to fly which costs $228.26 - $467.39 and takes 3h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Northern Territory to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Northern Territory to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 18m and costs $228.26 - $467.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Northern Territory and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Northern Territory to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Darwin and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Alice Springs and Adelaide. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 4h.

How far is it from Northern Territory to Melbourne?

The distance between Northern Territory and Melbourne is 1896 km. The road distance is 3753.9 km.

How do I travel from Northern Territory to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Northern Territory to Melbourne without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 4h and costs $293.48 - $706.52 .

How long does it take to get from Northern Territory to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Northern Territory to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northern Territory to Melbourne bus from?

Northern Territory to Melbourne bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Darwin station.

Train, bus or fly from Northern Territory to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Northern Territory to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 18m and costs $228.26 - $467.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $293.48 - $706.52 and takes 2 days 4h, you could also train, which costs $597.83 - $1413.04 and takes 2 days 14h.

Where does the Northern Territory to Melbourne bus arrive?

Northern Territory to Melbourne bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Alice Springs station.

What is the time difference between Northern Territory and Melbourne?

Melbourne is 1h 30m ahead of Northern Territory. It is currently 08:59 in Northern Territory and 10:29 in Melbourne.

Can I drive from Northern Territory to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Northern Territory to Melbourne is 3754 km. It takes approximately 37h 7m to drive from Northern Territory to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 4420+ hotels available in Melbourne. Prices start at $77.84 per night.
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