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Melbourne to Darwin Airport

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Melbourne, Australia → Darwin Airport, Australia

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Melbourne to Darwin Airport

Composite routes from Melbourne to Darwin Airport

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Transport providers

Jetstar
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Qantas
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Virgin Australia
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Jetstar
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4h 20m
Monday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
$178.08–$699.59
Qantas
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4h 27m
Every day
$178.08–$826.79
Virgin Australia
Website
4h 35m
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
$228.96–$763.19
NSW TrainLink XPT
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V/Line
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Journey Beyond - The Overland
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Journey Beyond - The Ghan
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NSW TrainLink XPT
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3h 19m
Twice daily
$19.08–$120.84
131 500
131 500
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V/Line
Website
3h 36m
3 times a day
$6.23–$8.27
1800 800 007
1800 800 007
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Journey Beyond - The Overland
Website
10h 25m
Twice a week
$76.32–$228.96
1800 703 357
1800 703 357
Call Contact via email
Journey Beyond - The Ghan
Website
23h 15m
Twice a week
$323.92–$657.08
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
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Firefly Express
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Greyhound Australia
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Centre Bush Bus
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Firefly Express
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10h 15m
3 times a day
$43.25–$58.51
1300 730 740
1300 730 740
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Greyhound Australia
Website
17h 45m
6 times a week
$127.20–$318.00
1300 473946
1300 473946
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Centre Bush Bus
Website
2h 15m
Twice a week
$63.60–$89.04
+61 8 8953 0127
+61 8 8953 0127
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Darwin Airport (DRW)?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Darwin Airport (DRW) is to fly which costs $163.04 - $369.57 and takes 5h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Darwin Airport (DRW)?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Darwin Airport (DRW) is to fly which takes 5h 42m and costs $163.04 - $369.57 .

How far is it from Melbourne to Darwin Airport (DRW)?

The distance between Melbourne and Darwin Airport (DRW) is 3155 km. The road distance is 3751.9 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Darwin Airport (DRW) without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Darwin Airport (DRW) without a car is to bus and train via Alice Springs which takes 2 days 9h and costs $500 - $1032.61 .

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Darwin Airport (DRW)?

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Melbourne to Darwin Airport (DRW), including transfers.

Train or fly from Melbourne to Darwin Airport (DRW)?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Darwin Airport (DRW) is to fly which takes 5h 42m and costs $163.04 - $369.57 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $597.83 - $1413.04 and takes 2 days 17h.

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Darwin Airport (DRW)?

Darwin Airport (DRW) is 1h 30m behind Melbourne. It is currently 21:55 in Melbourne and 20:25 in Darwin Airport (DRW).

Can I drive from Melbourne to Darwin Airport (DRW)?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Darwin Airport (DRW) is 3752 km. It takes approximately 37h 9m to drive from Melbourne to Darwin Airport (DRW).

Where can I stay near Darwin Airport (DRW)?

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