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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Melbourne to Darwin Airport

Composite routes from Melbourne to Darwin Airport

Cheapest
37 h 8 min
Car
3751 km.
from $206
Other
2 d 9 h 6 min
Bus, Train
3150 km.
from $853.30
2 d 17 h 58 min
3150 km.
from $1342.65
13 h 21 min
Train, Plane
3150 km.
from $505.47
2 d 18 h 16 min
Bus, Train
3150 km.
from $1161.49

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:
$178.08–$699.59
Plane from Albury to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
8h 40m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$292.56–$953.99
Plane from Essendon Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
12h 35m
Frequency:
Monday and Friday
Estimated price:
$178.08–$559.67

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
4h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.08–$826.79
Plane from Albury to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
8h 32m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$292.56–$1,399.19
Plane from Essendon Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
11h 15m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$292.56–$826.79

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$228.96–$763.19
Plane from Essendon Airport to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
11h 10m
Frequency:
Monday and Friday
Estimated price:
$190.80–$534.23

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Albury
Ave. Duration:
3h 19m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.08–$120.84

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Southern Cross to Albury
Ave. Duration:
3h 36m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.23–$8.27

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:
$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 Alice Springs to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
23h 15m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$323.92–$657.08
Train from Adelaide Parklands to Darwin
Ave. Duration:
2d 6h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$678.54–$1,328.31

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:
$43.25–$58.51

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Adelaide to Erldunda
Ave. Duration:
17h 45m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$127.20–$318.00

Centre Bush Bus

Phone:
+61 8 8953 0127
Email:
Website:
centrebushbus.com.au/
Bus from Erldunda to Alice
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$63.60–$89.04

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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