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Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.17–$652.17

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
4h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$652.17

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Sydney Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$206.52–$706.52

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Sydney International Airport to Albury
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.35–$119.57
Bus from Adelaide to Alice
Ave. Duration:
20h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$119.57–$304.35
Bus from Alice Springs to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
21h 35m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$119.57–$293.48

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Albury Station/Hume Hwy to 85
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.61–$39.13

Train operators

Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/indian-pacific/
Train from Sydney Central Station to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
25h 50m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$652.17–$2,282.61

Journey Beyond - The Ghan

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/the-ghan/
Train from Adelaide Parklands to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
2d 6h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$556.45–$1,089.32

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Darwin?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Darwin is to fly which costs $163.04 - $391.30 and takes 4h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Darwin?

The fastest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Darwin is to fly which takes 4h 37m and costs $163.04 - $391.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Sydney Airport (SYD) and Darwin?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Darwin. However, there are services departing from Sydney International Airport and arriving at Darwin via Albury Station/Hume Hwy, Adelaide and Alice Springs. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 18h.

How far is it from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Darwin?

The distance between Sydney Airport (SYD) and Darwin is 3165 km. The road distance is 3942.6 km.

How do I travel from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Darwin without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Darwin without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 18h and costs $293.48 - $760.87 .

How long does it take to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Darwin?

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Darwin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney Airport (SYD) to Darwin bus from?

Sydney Airport (SYD) to Darwin bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Sydney International Airport station.

Train, bus or fly from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Darwin?

The best way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Darwin is to fly which takes 4h 37m and costs $163.04 - $391.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $293.48 - $760.87 and takes 2 days 18h, you could also train, which costs $1195.65 - $3478.26 and takes 3 days 10h.

Where does the Sydney Airport (SYD) to Darwin bus arrive?

Sydney Airport (SYD) to Darwin bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Albury station.

What is the time difference between Sydney Airport (SYD) and Darwin?

Darwin is 1h 30m behind Sydney Airport (SYD). It is currently 18:38 in Sydney Airport (SYD) and 17:08 in Darwin.

Can I drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Darwin?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney Airport (SYD) to Darwin is 3943 km. It takes approximately 40h 44m to drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Darwin.

Where can I stay near Darwin?

There are 439+ hotels available in Darwin. Prices start at $47.23 per night.
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