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Darwin to Sydney Airport

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Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
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 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 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

Bus operators

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
Bus from Albury to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
7h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.60–$152.64

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:
$9.54–$47.06

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Darwin to Sydney Airport (SYD) is to fly which costs $152.17 - $391.30 and takes 7h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darwin to Sydney Airport (SYD) is to fly which takes 7h 15m and costs $152.17 - $391.30 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Darwin to Sydney Airport (SYD). However, there are services departing from Darwin and arriving at Sydney International Airport via Alice Springs, 85 Franklin St and Albury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 17h.

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

The distance between Darwin and Sydney Airport (SYD) is 3173 km. The road distance is 3942.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Darwin to Sydney Airport (SYD) without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 17h and costs $315.22 - $815.22 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 15m to get from Darwin to Sydney Airport (SYD), including transfers.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Darwin to Sydney Airport (SYD) is to fly which takes 7h 15m and costs $152.17 - $391.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $315.22 - $815.22 and takes 2 days 17h, you could also train via Melbourne, which costs $652.17 - $1630.43 and takes 3 days 3h.

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

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

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

Sydney Airport (SYD) is 1h 30m ahead of Darwin. It is currently 03:46 in Darwin and 05:16 in Sydney Airport (SYD).

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

Yes, the driving distance between Darwin to Sydney Airport (SYD) is 3942 km. It takes approximately 40h 44m to drive from Darwin to Sydney Airport (SYD).

Where can I stay near Sydney Airport (SYD)?

There are 3532+ hotels available in Sydney Airport (SYD). Prices start at $76 per night.
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