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How to Travel from

Darwin City to Melbourne

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Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Darwin International Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$176.93–$695.08

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Darwin International Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
4h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$176.93–$821.46

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Darwin International Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$227.48–$758.27

Bus operators

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Adelaide to Southern
Ave. Duration:
9h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$42.97–$58.13

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:
$139.02–$366.50
Bus from Alice Springs to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
19h 55m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$151.65–$366.50

Train operators

Journey Beyond - The Overland

Phone:
1800 703 357
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/journeys/overland/
Train from Adelaide to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 25m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$75.83–$227.48

Journey Beyond - The Ghan

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/the-ghan/
Train from Darwin to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2d 2h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$674.16–$1,319.75

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Darwin City to Melbourne is to fly which costs $173.91 - $402.17 and takes 4h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darwin City to Melbourne is to fly which takes 4h 56m and costs $173.91 - $402.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Darwin City and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Darwin City to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Darwin and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Alice Springs and Adelaide. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 4h.

How far is it from Darwin City to Melbourne?

The distance between Darwin City and Melbourne is 3167 km. The road distance is 3753.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Darwin City to Melbourne without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 4h and costs $293.48 - $706.52 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Darwin City to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darwin City to Melbourne bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Darwin City to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Darwin City to Melbourne is to fly which takes 4h 56m and costs $173.91 - $402.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $293.48 - $706.52 and takes 2 days 4h, you could also train, which costs $597.83 - $1413.04 and takes 2 days 14h.

Where does the Darwin City to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Darwin City to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Darwin City to Melbourne is 3754 km. It takes approximately 37h 7m to drive from Darwin City to Melbourne.

Which airlines fly from Darwin International Airport Airport to Melbourne Airport Airport?

Virgin Australia, Jetstar and Qantas offer flights from Darwin International Airport Airport to Melbourne Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 4420+ hotels available in Melbourne. Prices start at $77.84 per night.
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