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Sydney to Darwin Airport

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.93–$8.84
Train from Central Station to Tamworth
Ave. Duration:
6h 2m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.58–$17.68
Train from Central Station to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
6h 26m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.58–$17.68
Train from Central Station to Bungendore
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.06–$12.63

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.95–$59.37
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Bordertown
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$42.95–$58.10

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$88.42–$214.73
Bus from Sydney International Airport to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.37–$69.47

Murrays Coaches

Phone:
(61) 13 22 51
Website:
murrays.com.au/default.aspx
Bus from Sydney International Airport to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$39.16–$55.58
Bus from Bungendore to Moruya
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.47–$31.58

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$176.83–$694.70
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$239.99–$757.86
Plane from Orange Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
9h 30m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$239.99–$757.86
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$227.36–$694.70
Plane from Tamworth to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
10h 15m
Frequency:
Monday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$176.83–$555.76
Plane from Dubbo City Regional Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
6h 55m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$252.62–$821.01
Plane from Moruya Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
8h 15m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$214.73–$694.70

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
4h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$176.83–$757.86
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
7h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$214.73–$1,073.63
Plane from Orange Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
9h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$227.36–$884.17
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$315.77–$947.32
Plane from Tamworth to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
8h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$303.14–$884.17
Plane from Dubbo City Regional Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
7h 33m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$239.99–$1,199.94
Plane from Moruya Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
8h 15m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$214.73–$694.70

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Sydney Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
Tuesday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$239.99–$821.01
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$265.25–$757.86
Plane from Orange Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$277.88–$757.86
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$252.62–$694.70
Plane from Tamworth to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
Tuesday to Thursday
Estimated price:
$189.46–$543.13
Plane from Dubbo City Regional Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
8h 50m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$303.14–$821.01

Train operators

Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific

Phone:
1800 703 357
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/indian-pacific/
Train from Sydney Central Station to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
25h 50m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$757.86–$2,778.82

Journey Beyond - The Overland

Phone:
1800 703 357
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/journeys/overland/
Train from Bordertown to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
3h 49m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$32.84–$88.42

Journey Beyond - The Ghan

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/the-ghan/
Train from Adelaide Parklands to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
2d 6h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$673.80–$1,319.03

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Darwin Airport (DRW) is to fly which costs $163.04 - $402.17 and takes 5h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Darwin Airport (DRW) is to fly which takes 5h 48m and costs $163.04 - $402.17 .

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

The distance between Sydney and Darwin Airport (DRW) is 3166 km. The road distance is 3929.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Darwin Airport (DRW) without a car is to bus and train which takes 3 days 7h and costs $652.17 - $1521.74 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Sydney to Darwin Airport (DRW), including transfers.

Train or fly from Sydney to Darwin Airport (DRW)?

The best way to get from Sydney to Darwin Airport (DRW) is to fly which takes 5h 48m and costs $163.04 - $402.17 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1195.65 - $3586.96 and takes 3 days 9h.

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

Darwin Airport (DRW) is 1h 30m behind Sydney. It is currently 23:35 in Sydney and 22:05 in Darwin Airport (DRW).

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

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Darwin Airport (DRW) is 3930 km. It takes approximately 40h 34m to drive from Sydney to Darwin Airport (DRW).

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

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

Where can I stay near Darwin Airport (DRW)?

There are 422+ hotels available in Darwin Airport (DRW). Prices start at $49.21 per night.
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