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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Darwin Station to Sydney

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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:
$176.93–$695.08

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Darwin International Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
4h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$176.93–$758.27

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Darwin International Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
6h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$240.12–$821.46

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:
$48.02–$176.93

Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific

Phone:
1800 703 357
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/indian-pacific/
Train from Adelaide Parklands to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
28h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,074.22–$4,296.88

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

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:
$42.97–$58.13

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Palmerston to Alice
Ave. Duration:
20h 15m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$139.02–$353.86
Bus from Alice Springs to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
19h 55m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$151.65–$366.50
Bus from Albury station to Central
Ave. Duration:
7h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$60.66–$139.02

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:
$9.48–$46.76

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to travel from Darwin Station to Sydney?

The cheapest way to travel from Darwin Station to Sydney is to fly which costs $217.08 - $498.00 and takes 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Darwin Station to Sydney is to fly which takes 5h and costs $217.08 - $498.00.

Can you travel directly from Darwin Station to Sydney?

No, there is no direct train from Darwin Station to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Darwin and arriving at Central Station via Adelaide and Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 2h.

How far is it from Darwin Station to Sydney?

The distance between Darwin Station and Sydney is 3179 km.

How can I get from Darwin Station to Sydney without using a car?

The best way to get from Darwin Station to Sydney without using a car is to bus which takes 2 days 17 hours and costs $357.54 - $957.70.

How long does it take to travel by train or plane from Darwin Station to Sydney, including any transfers?

It takes approximately 5 hours to get from Darwin Station to Sydney, including transfers.

Where can I catch the Darwin Station to Sydney train from?

Darwin Station to Sydney train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Ghan, depart from Darwin station.

How should I travel from Darwin Station to Sydney?

The best way to get from Darwin Station to Sydney is to fly which takes 5h and costs $217.08 - $498.00. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $357.54 - $957.70 and takes 2 days 17h, you could also train via Melbourne, which costs $766.16 - $1,787.70 and takes 3 days 2h.

Where does the Journey Beyond - The Ghan train from Darwin to Sydney arrive?

Journey Beyond - The Ghan train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Ghan, arrive at Adelaide Parklands station.

Can I drive from Darwin Station to Sydney in a car?

Yes, the driving distance between Darwin Station to Sydney is 3926 km. It takes approximately 40 hours and 28 minutes to drive from Darwin Station to Sydney.

Where can I find hotels near Sydney?

There are 3559+ hotels available in Sydney. Prices start at $89.28 per night.
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