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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Melbourne to Darwin

Composite routes from Melbourne to Darwin

Cheapest
37 h 8 min
Car
3733 km.
from $205
Fastest
4 h 23 min
Plane
Other
2 d 6 h 20 min
3147 km.
from $627.23
2 d 17 h 55 min
3148 km.
from $1338.85
2 d 18 h 13 min
Bus, Train
3147 km.
from $1159.32

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 3
Jetstar
Website
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
Website
4h 27m
Every day
$178.08–$826.79
Virgin Australia
Website
4h 35m
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
$228.96–$763.19
Bus operators
Found: 2
Firefly Express
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Greyhound Australia
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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
Call
Greyhound Australia
Website
20h 30m
6 times a week
$152.64–$368.88
1300 473946
1300 473946
Call
Train operators
Found: 2
Journey Beyond - The Overland
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Journey Beyond - The Ghan
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Journey Beyond - The Overland
Website
10h 25m
Twice a week
$76.32–$228.96
1800 703 357
1800 703 357
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Journey Beyond - The Ghan
Website
2d 6h
Twice a week
$678.54–$1,328.31
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Darwin?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Darwin is to fly which costs $173.91 - $402.17 and takes 5h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Darwin?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Darwin is to fly which takes 5h 54m and costs $173.91 - $402.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Darwin?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Darwin?

The distance between Melbourne and Darwin is 3167 km. The road distance is 3753.2 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Darwin without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Darwin?

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Melbourne to Darwin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Darwin bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne to Darwin?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Darwin is to fly which takes 5h 54m 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 Melbourne to Darwin bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Darwin?

Darwin is 1h 30m behind Melbourne. It is currently 00:54 in Melbourne and 23:24 in Darwin.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Darwin?

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