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29 h 47 min
2751 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Melbourne to Northern Territory

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Cheapest
By car (2 751 km)
29 h 47 min
2751 km.
from $151
Other
Bus
2 d 6 h 20 min
2244 km.
from $627.23
Train
2 d 17 h 55 min
2244 km.
from $1338.85
Bus, Train
2 d 18 h 13 min
2244 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 Alice
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$252.62–$821.01
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 Alice
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$252.62–$618.92
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 Melbourne to Northern Territory?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Northern Territory is to fly which costs $163.04 - $380.43 and takes 7h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Northern Territory?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Northern Territory is to fly which takes 4h 29m and costs $217.39 - $467.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Northern Territory?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Northern Territory. 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 Melbourne to Northern Territory?

The distance between Melbourne and Northern Territory is 1895 km. The road distance is 3753.2 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Northern Territory without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Northern Territory 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 Melbourne to Northern Territory?

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Melbourne to Northern Territory, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Northern Territory bus from?

Melbourne to Northern Territory bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne to Northern Territory?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Northern Territory is to fly which takes 4h 29m and costs $217.39 - $467.39 . 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 Melbourne to Northern Territory bus arrive?

Melbourne to Northern Territory bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Adelaide station.

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Northern Territory?

Northern Territory is 1h 30m behind Melbourne. It is currently 22:16 in Melbourne and 20:46 in Northern Territory.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Northern Territory?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Northern Territory is 3753 km. It takes approximately 37h 7m to drive from Melbourne to Northern Territory.
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