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By car (3 751 km)
37 h 4 min
3751 km.
from $206
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Bus
2 d 6 h 24 min
3147 km.
from $627.23
Train
2 d 17 h 55 min
3148 km.
from $1338.85
Bus, Train
2 d 18 h 17 min
3147 km.
from $1159.32

Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$176.83–$694.70

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
4h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$176.83–$821.01

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$227.36–$757.86

Bus operators

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
10h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$42.95–$58.10

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
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 Darwin
Ave. Duration:
21h 35m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$138.94–$366.30

Train operators

Journey Beyond - The Overland

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/journeys/overland/
Train from Southern Cross to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
10h 25m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$75.79–$227.36

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 Darwin
Ave. Duration:
2d 6h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$673.80–$1,319.03

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Darwin?

The cheapest way to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Darwin is to fly which costs $173.91 - $402.17 and takes 5h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Darwin?

The fastest way to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Darwin is to fly which takes 5h 59m and costs $173.91 - $402.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Southern Cross (Station) and Darwin?

No, there is no direct bus from Southern Cross (Station) to Darwin. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Darwin via Adelaide and Alice Springs. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 6h.

How far is it from Southern Cross (Station) to Darwin?

The distance between Southern Cross (Station) and Darwin is 3167 km. The road distance is 3751.9 km.

How do I travel from Southern Cross (Station) to Darwin without a car?

The best way to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Darwin without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 6h and costs $282.61 - $706.52 .

How long does it take to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Darwin?

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Darwin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southern Cross (Station) to Darwin bus from?

Southern Cross (Station) to Darwin bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Train, bus or fly from Southern Cross (Station) to Darwin?

The best way to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Darwin is to fly which takes 5h 59m and costs $173.91 - $402.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $282.61 - $706.52 and takes 2 days 6h, you could also train, which costs $597.83 - $1413.04 and takes 2 days 17h.

Where does the Southern Cross (Station) to Darwin bus arrive?

Southern Cross (Station) to Darwin bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Adelaide station.

What is the time difference between Southern Cross (Station) and Darwin?

Darwin is 1h 30m behind Southern Cross (Station). It is currently 18:53 in Southern Cross (Station) and 17:23 in Darwin.

Can I drive from Southern Cross (Station) to Darwin?

Yes, the driving distance between Southern Cross (Station) to Darwin is 3752 km. It takes approximately 37h 4m to drive from Southern Cross (Station) to Darwin.

Where can I stay near Darwin?

There are 422+ hotels available in Darwin. Prices start at $49.21 per night.
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