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Five ways to Travel from Darwin to Melbourne

Composite routes from Darwin to Melbourne

Cheapest
37 h 7 min
Car
3753 km.
from $206
Fastest
4 h 25 min
Plane
Other
2 d 4 h 50 min
3147 km.
from $631.70
2 d 13 h 30 min
Train, Bus
3148 km.
from $1242.76
2 d 14 h 41 min
3148 km.
from $1339.72

Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Darwin International Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$178.08–$699.59

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Darwin International Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
4h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.08–$826.79

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Darwin International Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$228.96–$763.19

Bus operators

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Adelaide to Southern
Ave. Duration:
9h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$43.25–$58.51

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

Train operators

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:
$76.32–$228.96

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:
$678.53–$1,328.31

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Darwin to Melbourne is to fly which costs $163.04 - $380.43 and takes 7h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darwin to Melbourne is to fly which takes 7h 35m and costs $163.04 - $380.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Darwin and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Darwin to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Darwin and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Alice Springs and Adelaide. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 4h.

How far is it from Darwin to Melbourne?

The distance between Darwin and Melbourne is 3175 km. The road distance is 3753.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Darwin to Melbourne without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 4h and costs $293.48 - $706.52 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 35m to get from Darwin to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darwin to Melbourne bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Darwin to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Darwin to Melbourne is to fly which takes 7h 35m and costs $163.04 - $380.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $293.48 - $706.52 and takes 2 days 4h, you could also train, which costs $597.83 - $1413.04 and takes 2 days 14h.

Where does the Darwin to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Darwin and Melbourne?

Melbourne is 1h 30m ahead of Darwin. It is currently 00:04 in Darwin and 01:34 in Melbourne.

Can I drive from Darwin to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Darwin to Melbourne is 3754 km. It takes approximately 37h 7m to drive from Darwin to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 4420+ hotels available in Melbourne. Prices start at $77.84 per night.
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