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39 h 37 min
3877 km.
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Eight ways to Travel from Darwin to Katoomba

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Cheapest
By car (3 877 km)
39 h 37 min
3877 km.
from $213
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Bus, Plane (Fly to Sydney Airport)
9 h 50 min
3077 km.
from $238.40
Bus
2 d 20 h 50 min
3075 km.
from $729.51
Train via Melbourne
3 d 5 h 17 min
3078 km.
from $1287.04
Bus, Plane (Fly to Newcastle Airport)
14 h 33 min
3077 km.
from $429.60
Bus, Plane (Fly to Orange Airport)
13 h 43 min
3077 km.
from $460.02
Train
3 d 10 h 4 min
3078 km.
from $3958.21

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Katoomba
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.42–$6.95
Train from Hamilton Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.80–$8.21
Train from Strathfield Station to Katoomba
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.30–$6.95

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 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
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

Australia Wide Coaches

Phone:
02 9516 1300
Email:
Website:
austwidecoaches.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Katoomba
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$24.01–$32.86
Bus from Lucknow to Katoomba
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$27.80–$39.18

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
Plane from Darwin International Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$240.12–$821.46

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Darwin International Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
4h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$176.93–$758.27
Plane from Darwin International Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$240.12–$821.46
Plane from Darwin International Airport to Orange
Ave. Duration:
6h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$543.43–$884.65

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
Plane from Darwin International Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
11h 45m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$315.95–$821.46
Plane from Darwin International Airport to Orange
Ave. Duration:
10h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$328.58–$1,074.22

Link Airways

Website:
linkairways.com/
Plane from Darwin International Airport to Orange
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
Monday and Tuesday
Estimated price:
$328.58–$1,074.22

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
Email:
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
Email:
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

Intercity Train

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Katoomba
Ave. Duration:
1h 49m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$8.85–$13.90

Journey Beyond - The Ghan

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Email:
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 to Katoomba?

The cheapest way to get from Darwin to Katoomba is to fly and train which costs $163.04 - $413.04 and takes 9h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Darwin to Katoomba?

The fastest way to get from Darwin to Katoomba is to fly and train which takes 9h 50m and costs $163.04 - $413.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Darwin and Katoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Darwin to Katoomba. However, there are services departing from Darwin and arriving at Katoomba via Alice Springs, 85 Franklin St, Albury station and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 20h.

How far is it from Darwin to Katoomba?

The distance between Darwin and Katoomba is 3291 km. The road distance is 3877.9 km.

How do I travel from Darwin to Katoomba without a car?

The best way to get from Darwin to Katoomba without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 20h and costs $315.22 - $815.22 .

How long does it take to get from Darwin to Katoomba?

It takes approximately 9h 50m to get from Darwin to Katoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darwin to Katoomba bus from?

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

Train or bus from Darwin to Katoomba?

The best way to get from Darwin to Katoomba is to bus which takes 2 days 20h and costs $315.22 - $815.22 . Alternatively, you can train via Melbourne, which costs $652.17 - $1630.43 and takes 3 days 5h.

Where does the Darwin to Katoomba bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Darwin and Katoomba?

Katoomba is 1h 30m ahead of Darwin. It is currently 22:13 in Darwin and 23:43 in Katoomba.

Can I drive from Darwin to Katoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Darwin to Katoomba is 3878 km. It takes approximately 39h 39m to drive from Darwin to Katoomba.

Where can I stay near Katoomba?

There are 456+ hotels available in Katoomba. Prices start at $59.17 per night.
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