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

The cheapest way to get from Adelaide to Darwin is to fly which costs $300 - $750 and takes 5h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Adelaide to Darwin is to fly which takes 5h 17m and costs $300 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Adelaide and Darwin?

No, there is no direct bus from Adelaide to Darwin. However, there are services departing from Adelaide and arriving at Darwin via Alice Springs. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43h 5m.

How far is it from Adelaide to Darwin?

The distance between Adelaide and Darwin is 2640 km. The road distance is 3026 km.

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

The best way to get from Adelaide to Darwin without a car is to bus which takes 43h 5m and costs $400 - $1,000.

How long does it take to get from Adelaide to Darwin?

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Adelaide to Darwin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Darwin bus from?

Adelaide to Darwin bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Adelaide station.

Train, bus or fly from Adelaide to Darwin?

The best way to get from Adelaide to Darwin is to fly which takes 5h 17m and costs $300 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $400 - $1,000 and takes 43h 5m, you could also train, which costs $2,880 - $2,900 and takes 2 days 6h.

Where does the Adelaide to Darwin bus arrive?

Adelaide to Darwin bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Alice Springs station.

What is the time difference between Adelaide and Darwin?

Darwin is 1h behind Adelaide. It is currently 6:29 AM in Adelaide and 5:29 AM in Darwin.

Can I drive from Adelaide to Darwin?

Yes, the driving distance between Adelaide to Darwin is 3026 km. It takes approximately 28h 52m to drive from Adelaide to Darwin.

Where can I stay near Darwin?

There are 456+ hotels available in Darwin.

Adelaide to Darwin - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Adelaide to Darwin by plane, bus (Greyhound), train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)ADL - DRW
5h 17m
$304–745
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Adelaide to Alice SpringsAlice Springs
2. Take the bus from Alice Springs to DarwinDarwin
43h 5m
$409–987
Train
1. Take the train from Adelaide Station to DarwinThe Ghan
2d 6h
$2,883–2,893
Drive 3,026 km
1. Drive from Adelaide to Darwin3,026 km
28h 52m
$590–851

Adelaide to Darwin by bus (Greyhound)

6Weekly Buses

43h 5mAverage Duration

$409Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,639.7 km
Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Adelaide, SA, Australia and Darwin, NT, Australia?

Jetstar, Qantas, and Virgin Australia fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Darwin International Airport (DRW) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Adelaide to Darwin via Alice Springs in around 43h 5m.

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