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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Sydney to Darwin

Composite routes from Sydney to Darwin

Cheapest
41 h
Car
3979 km.
from $218
Fastest
4 h 38 min
Plane
Other
2 d 18 h 30 min
3148 km.
from $686.52
3 d 9 h 20 min
3148 km.
from $3004.57

Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$176.83–$694.70

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
4h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$176.83–$757.86

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Sydney Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
Tuesday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$239.99–$821.01

Bus operators

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Central Station to Albury
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.95–$58.10

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Albury
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$60.63–$138.94
Bus from Adelaide to Alice
Ave. Duration:
20h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$151.57–$366.30
Bus from Alice Springs to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
21h 35m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$138.94–$366.30

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Albury Station/Hume Hwy to 85
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.47–$46.73

Train operators

Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
sales.enquiries@journeybeyond.com
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/indian-pacific/
Train from Sydney Central Station to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
25h 50m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$757.86–$2,778.82

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 Adelaide Parklands to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
2d 6h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$673.80–$1,319.03

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney to Darwin?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Darwin is to fly which costs $173.91 - $423.91 and takes 6h.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney to Darwin?

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Darwin is to fly which takes 6h and costs $173.91 - $423.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Darwin?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Darwin. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Darwin via Albury Station/Hume Hwy, Adelaide and Alice Springs. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 18h.

How far is it from Sydney to Darwin?

The distance between Sydney and Darwin is 3177 km. The road distance is 3931.2 km.

How do I travel from Sydney to Darwin without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney to Darwin without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 18h and costs $293.48 - $815.22 .

How long does it take to get from Sydney to Darwin?

It takes approximately 6h to get from Sydney to Darwin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Darwin bus from?

Sydney to Darwin bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Sydney to Darwin?

The best way to get from Sydney to Darwin is to fly which takes 6h and costs $173.91 - $423.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $293.48 - $815.22 and takes 2 days 18h, you could also train, which costs $1195.65 - $3586.96 and takes 3 days 9h.

Where does the Sydney to Darwin bus arrive?

Sydney to Darwin bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Albury station.

What is the time difference between Sydney and Darwin?

Darwin is 1h 30m behind Sydney. It is currently 01:03 in Sydney and 23:33 in Darwin.

Can I drive from Sydney to Darwin?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Darwin is 3931 km. It takes approximately 40h 31m to drive from Sydney to Darwin.

Where can I stay near Darwin?

There are 422+ hotels available in Darwin. Prices start at $49.21 per night.
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