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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Darwin to Sydney

Composite routes from Darwin to Sydney

Cheapest
41 h 1 min
Car
3979 km.
from $218
Other
2 d 17 h 40 min
3148 km.
from $694.74
3 d 2 h 59 min
3148 km.
from $1281.72
3 d 7 h 46 min
3148 km.
from $3948.41

Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Darwin International Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$178.08–$699.59

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Darwin International Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
4h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.08–$763.19

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Darwin International Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
6h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$241.68–$826.79

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 18m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$48.34–$178.08

Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
sales.enquiries@journeybeyond.com
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/indian-pacific/
Train from Adelaide Parklands to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
28h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,081.19–$4,324.76

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:
$76.32–$228.96

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:
$678.53–$1,328.31

Bus operators

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Albury station to Central
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.25–$58.51

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:
$139.92–$368.88
Bus from Alice Springs to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
19h 55m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$152.64–$368.88
Bus from Albury station to Central
Ave. Duration:
7h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$61.06–$139.92

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from 85 Franklin St to Albury
Ave. Duration:
14h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.54–$47.06

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Darwin to Sydney is to fly which costs $163.04 - $402.17 and takes 7h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darwin to Sydney is to fly which takes 7h 32m and costs $163.04 - $402.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Darwin and Sydney?

No, there is no direct bus from Darwin to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Darwin and arriving at Central Station via Alice Springs, 85 Franklin St and Albury station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 17h.

How far is it from Darwin to Sydney?

The distance between Darwin and Sydney is 3181 km. The road distance is 3933.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Darwin to Sydney without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 17h and costs $304.35 - $815.22 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 32m to get from Darwin to Sydney, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darwin to Sydney bus from?

Darwin to Sydney bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Darwin station.

Train, bus or fly from Darwin to Sydney?

The best way to get from Darwin to Sydney is to fly which takes 7h 32m and costs $163.04 - $402.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $304.35 - $815.22 and takes 2 days 17h, you could also train via Melbourne, which costs $652.17 - $1630.43 and takes 3 days 2h.

Where does the Darwin to Sydney bus arrive?

Darwin to Sydney bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Alice Springs station.

What is the time difference between Darwin and Sydney?

Sydney is 1h 30m ahead of Darwin. It is currently 23:52 in Darwin and 01:22 in Sydney.

Can I drive from Darwin to Sydney?

Yes, the driving distance between Darwin to Sydney is 3933 km. It takes approximately 40h 32m to drive from Darwin to Sydney.

Where can I stay near Sydney?

There are 3559+ hotels available in Sydney. Prices start at $76 per night.
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