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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Melbourne to Derby

Composite routes from Melbourne to Derby

Cheapest
2 d 4 min
Car
4854 km.
from $266
Other
9 h 43 min
Bus, Plane
3085 km.
from $468.82
2 d 19 h 50 min
3084 km.
from $844.61
3 d 16 h 46 min
Train, Bus
3084 km.
from $1645.89

Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Broome
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$568.39–$1,389.41

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Broome
Ave. Duration:
9h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$341.04–$947.32

Aviair

Website:
aviair.com.au/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Derby
Ave. Duration:
25h 25m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$353.67–$1,073.63

Bus operators

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
10h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$42.95–$58.10

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Broome to Derby
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$30.31–$54.31
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 Katherine
Ave. Duration:
16h 15m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$119.99–$290.51
Bus from Katherine to Derby
Ave. Duration:
17h 50m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$138.94–$341.04
Bus from Palmerston to Derby
Ave. Duration:
21h 55m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$164.20–$404.19

Train operators

Journey Beyond - The Overland

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
sales.enquiries@journeybeyond.com
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/journeys/overland/
Train from Southern Cross to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
10h 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 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 Melbourne to Derby?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Derby is to fly and bus which costs $391.30 - $869.57 and takes 9h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Derby?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Derby is to fly and bus which takes 9h 43m and costs $391.30 - $869.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Derby. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Derby via Adelaide, Alice Springs and Katherine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 19h.

How far is it from Melbourne to Derby?

The distance between Melbourne and Derby is 3351 km. The road distance is 4854.6 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Derby without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Derby without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 19h and costs $380.43 - $923.91 .

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Derby?

It takes approximately 9h 43m to get from Melbourne to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Derby bus from?

Melbourne to Derby bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Bus or fly from Melbourne to Derby?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Derby is to bus which takes 2 days 19h and costs $380.43 - $923.91 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $326.09 - $978.26 and takes 23h 1m.

Where does the Melbourne to Derby bus arrive?

Melbourne to Derby bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Adelaide station.

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Derby?

Derby is 3h behind Melbourne. It is currently 06:11 in Melbourne and 03:11 in Derby.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Derby is 4855 km. It takes approximately 2 days 0h to drive from Melbourne to Derby.

Where can I stay near Derby?

There are three+ hotels available in Derby. Prices start at $45.41 per night.
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