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29 h 4 min
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Adelaide to Darwin

Composite routes from Adelaide to Darwin

Cheapest
29 h 4 min
Car
3028 km.
from $166
Fastest
3 h 41 min
Plane
Other
43 h 5 min
2616 km.
from $562.70

Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$127.38–$369.41

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
3h 41m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.38–$611.45

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$140.12–$764.31

Bus operators

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:
$152.86–$369.41
Bus from Alice Springs to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
21h 35m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$140.12–$369.41

Train operators

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:
$679.53–$1,330.25

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Adelaide to Darwin is to fly which costs $130.43 - $326.09 and takes 5h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Adelaide to Darwin is to fly which takes 5h 8m and costs $130.43 - $326.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Adelaide and Darwin?

No, there is no direct bus from Adelaide to Darwin. However, there are services departing from Adelaide and arriving at Darwin via Alice Springs. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43h 5m.

How far is it from Adelaide to Darwin?

The distance between Adelaide and Darwin is 2640 km. The road distance is 3028.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Adelaide to Darwin without a car is to bus which takes 43h 5m and costs $250 - $652.17 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Adelaide to Darwin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Darwin bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Adelaide to Darwin?

The best way to get from Adelaide to Darwin is to fly which takes 5h 8m and costs $130.43 - $326.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $250 - $652.17 and takes 43h 5m, you could also train, which costs $597.83 - $1195.65 and takes 2 days 6h.

Where does the Adelaide to Darwin bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Adelaide and Darwin?

Darwin is 1h behind Adelaide. It is currently 00:11 in Adelaide and 23:11 in Darwin.

Can I drive from Adelaide to Darwin?

Yes, the driving distance between Adelaide to Darwin is 3029 km. It takes approximately 29h 3m to drive from Adelaide 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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