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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Melbourne to Darwin

Composite routes from Melbourne to Darwin

Cheapest
37 h 7 min
Car
3753 km.
from $206
Fastest
4 h 25 min
Plane
Other
2 d 6 h 20 min
3147 km.
from $627.23
2 d 17 h 55 min
3148 km.
from $1338.85
2 d 18 h 13 min
Bus, Train
3147 km.
from $1159.32

Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$178.08–$699.59

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
4h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.08–$826.79

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$228.96–$763.19

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:
$43.25–$58.51

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Adelaide to Alice
Ave. Duration:
20h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$152.64–$368.88
Bus from Alice Springs to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
21h 35m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$139.92–$368.88

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:
$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 Adelaide Parklands to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
2d 6h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$678.54–$1,328.31

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Darwin is to fly which costs $173.91 - $402.17 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Darwin is to fly which takes 5h 54m and costs $173.91 - $402.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Darwin?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Darwin. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Darwin via Adelaide and Alice Springs. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 6h.

How far is it from Melbourne to Darwin?

The distance between Melbourne and Darwin is 3167 km. The road distance is 3753.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Darwin without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 6h and costs $282.61 - $706.52 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Melbourne to Darwin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Darwin bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne to Darwin?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Darwin is to fly which takes 5h 54m and costs $173.91 - $402.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $282.61 - $706.52 and takes 2 days 6h, you could also train, which costs $597.83 - $1413.04 and takes 2 days 17h.

Where does the Melbourne to Darwin bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Darwin?

Darwin is 1h 30m behind Melbourne. It is currently 00:54 in Melbourne and 23:24 in Darwin.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Darwin?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Darwin is 3753 km. It takes approximately 37h 7m to drive from Melbourne 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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