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37 h 50 min
3664 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Sydney to Katherine

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Cheapest
By car (3 664 km)
37 h 50 min
3664 km.
from $201
Other
Bus, Plane (Fly to Darwin International Airport)
12 h 32 min
2877 km.
from $276.04
Bus
2 d 13 h 10 min
2876 km.
from $637.61
Train, Bus
2 d 22 h 52 min
2877 km.
from $2676.29
Bus, Plane (Fly to Kununurra)
16 h 7 min
2877 km.
from $637.52

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:
$176.83–$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 Sydney Airport to Kununurra
Ave. Duration:
9h 45m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$378.93–$1,642.03

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 Sydney Airport to Kununurra
Ave. Duration:
11h 51m
Frequency:
Monday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$404.19–$1,642.03

Airnorth

Website:
flyairnorth.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Katherine
Ave. Duration:
13h 55m
Frequency:
Thursday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$404.19–$1,199.94
Plane from Sydney Airport to Kununurra
Ave. Duration:
7h 45m
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$454.72–$1,389.41

Bus operators

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Central Station to Albury
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.95–$58.10

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Albury
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$60.63–$138.94
Bus from Adelaide to Alice
Ave. Duration:
20h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$151.57–$366.30
Bus from Alice Springs to Katherine
Ave. Duration:
16h 15m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$119.99–$290.51
Bus from Palmerston to Katherine
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$37.89–$75.79
Bus from Kununurra to Katherine
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$56.84–$126.31

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:
$9.47–$46.73

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:
$757.86–$2,778.82

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 Alice
Ave. Duration:
26h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$352.14–$710.20

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney to Katherine?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Katherine is to fly and bus which costs $195.65 - $467.39 and takes 12h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney to Katherine?

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Katherine is to fly which takes 10h 21m and costs $260.87 - $815.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Katherine?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Katherine. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Katherine via Albury Station/Hume Hwy, Adelaide and Alice Springs. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 13h.

How far is it from Sydney to Katherine?

The distance between Sydney and Katherine is 2901 km. The road distance is 3616.1 km.

How do I travel from Sydney to Katherine without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney to Katherine without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 13h and costs $271.74 - $760.87 .

How long does it take to get from Sydney to Katherine?

It takes approximately 10h 21m to get from Sydney to Katherine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Katherine bus from?

Sydney to Katherine bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Central Station.

Bus or fly from Sydney to Katherine?

The best way to get from Sydney to Katherine is to fly which takes 10h 21m and costs $260.87 - $815.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $271.74 - $760.87 and takes 2 days 13h.

Where does the Sydney to Katherine bus arrive?

Sydney to Katherine bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Albury station.

What is the time difference between Sydney and Katherine?

Katherine is 1h 30m behind Sydney. It is currently 04:37 in Sydney and 03:07 in Katherine.

Can I drive from Sydney to Katherine?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Katherine is 3616 km. It takes approximately 37h 22m to drive from Sydney to Katherine.

Where can I stay near Katherine?

There are 17+ hotels available in Katherine. Prices start at $52.33 per night.
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