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2 d 1 min
4850 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Melbourne Airport to Derby

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Cheapest
By car (4 850 km)
2 d 1 min
4850 km.
from $266
Fastest
Plane to Derby
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Other
Bus, Plane (Fly to Broome)
8 h 21 min
3067 km.
from $461.54
Bus, Plane (Fly to Fitzroy Crossing Airport)
20 h 43 min
3067 km.
from $505.90
Bus
2 d 21 h 13 min
3068 km.
from $861.39
Train, Bus
3 d 18 h 9 min
3066 km.
from $1663.01
Bus, Plane (Fly to Halls Creek Airport)
32 h 34 min
3067 km.
from $572.45

Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Broome
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$568.39–$1,389.41

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Broome
Ave. Duration:
9h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$341.04–$947.32

Aviair

Website:
aviair.com.au/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Derby
Ave. Duration:
25h 25m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$353.67–$1,073.63
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Fitzroy
Ave. Duration:
30h 20m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$366.30–$1,073.63
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Halls
Ave. Duration:
25h 5m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$353.67–$1,515.72

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 Broome to Derby
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$30.31–$54.31
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 Katherine
Ave. Duration:
16h 15m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$119.99–$290.51
Bus from Katherine to Derby
Ave. Duration:
17h 50m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$138.94–$341.04
Bus from Palmerston to Derby
Ave. Duration:
21h 55m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$164.20–$404.19
Bus from Fitzroy Crossing to Derby
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$34.10–$63.15
Bus from Halls Creek to Fitzroy
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$36.63–$69.47

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 Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Derby?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Derby is to fly and bus which costs $380.43 - $760.87 and takes 8h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Derby?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Derby is to fly and bus which takes 8h 21m and costs $380.43 - $760.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Derby. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and arriving at Derby via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Adelaide, Alice Springs and Katherine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 21h.

How far is it from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Derby?

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Derby is 3329 km. The road distance is 4850.5 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Derby without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Derby without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 21h and costs $391.30 - $923.91 .

How long does it take to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Derby?

It takes approximately 8h 21m to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Derby bus from?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Derby bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Bus or fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Derby?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Derby is to bus which takes 2 days 21h and costs $391.30 - $923.91 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $326.09 - $923.91 and takes 21h 39m.

Where does the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Derby bus arrive?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Derby bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Adelaide station.

What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Derby?

Derby is 3h behind Melbourne Airport (MEL). It is currently 07:40 in Melbourne Airport (MEL) and 04:40 in Derby.

Can I drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Derby is 4851 km. It takes approximately 2 days 0h to drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Derby.

Where can I stay near Derby?

There are three+ hotels available in Derby. Prices start at $45.41 per night.
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