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How to Travel from

Darwin to Newcastle

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.96–$8.90
Bus from Adelaide Central Bus Station, Franklin St to Blende
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$22.90
Bus from Blende St After Bromide St to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
9h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$31.80

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:
$139.92–$368.88
Bus from Alice Springs to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
19h 55m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$152.64–$368.88

Sid Foggs Coaches

Phone:
+61 2 4928 1088
Website:
sidfoggs.com.au/
Bus from Dubbo to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$41.98–$52.15

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Darwin International Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$241.68–$826.79
Plane from Darwin International Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$178.08–$699.59

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Darwin International Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$241.68–$826.79
Plane from Darwin International Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
4h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.08–$763.19

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Darwin International Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
11h 45m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$318.00–$826.79
Plane from Darwin International Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
6h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$241.68–$826.79

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:
$48.34–$178.08

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:
$1,081.19–$4,324.76

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:
$76.32–$228.96

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:
$678.53–$1,328.31

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Darwin to Newcastle?

The cheapest way to get from Darwin to Newcastle is to fly and train which costs $163.04 - $413.04 and takes 10h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darwin to Newcastle is to fly which takes 9h 59m and costs $206.52 - $760.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Darwin and Newcastle?

No, there is no direct bus from Darwin to Newcastle. However, there are services departing from Darwin and arriving at Newcastle via Alice Springs, Adelaide Central Bus Station, Franklin St, Blende St After Bromide St and Dubbo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 18h.

How far is it from Darwin to Newcastle?

The distance between Darwin and Newcastle is 3155 km. The road distance is 3810.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Darwin to Newcastle 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 Darwin to Newcastle?

It takes approximately 9h 59m to get from Darwin to Newcastle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darwin to Newcastle bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Darwin to Newcastle?

The best way to get from Darwin to Newcastle is to fly which takes 9h 59m and costs $206.52 - $760.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $293.48 - $760.87 and takes 2 days 18h, you could also train via Melbourne, which costs $652.17 - $1630.43 and takes 3 days 5h.

Where does the Darwin to Newcastle bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Darwin and Newcastle?

Newcastle is 1h 30m ahead of Darwin. It is currently 05:46 in Darwin and 07:16 in Newcastle.

Can I drive from Darwin to Newcastle?

Yes, the driving distance between Darwin to Newcastle is 3810 km. It takes approximately 39h 17m to drive from Darwin to Newcastle.

Where can I stay near Newcastle?

There are 360+ hotels available in Newcastle. Prices start at $72.88 per night.
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