What is the cheapest way to get from Alice Springs to Darwin?

The cheapest way to get from Alice Springs to Darwin is to bus which costs $200 - $490 and takes 21h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alice Springs to Darwin?

The fastest way to get from Alice Springs to Darwin is to fly which takes 2h 31m and costs $500 - $1,400.

Is there a direct bus between Alice Springs and Darwin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Alice Springs and arriving at Darwin. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 21h 35m.

How far is it from Alice Springs to Darwin?

The distance between Alice Springs and Darwin is 1334 km. The road distance is 1496.1 km.

How do I travel from Alice Springs to Darwin without a car?

The best way to get from Alice Springs to Darwin without a car is to bus which takes 21h 35m and costs $200 - $490.

How long does it take to get from Alice Springs to Darwin?

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Alice Springs to Darwin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alice Springs to Darwin bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Alice Springs to Darwin?

The best way to get from Alice Springs to Darwin is to fly which takes 2h 31m and costs $500 - $1,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $200 - $490 and takes 21h 35m, you could also train, which costs $1,930 - $1,950 and takes 23h 30m.

Where does the Alice Springs to Darwin bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alice Springs to Darwin?

Yes, the driving distance between Alice Springs to Darwin is 1496 km. It takes approximately 13h 32m to drive from Alice Springs to Darwin.

Where can I stay near Darwin?

There are 466+ hotels available in Darwin.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)ASP - DRW
2h 31m
$528–1,386
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Alice Springs to DarwinDarwin
21h 35m
$200–490
Train
1. Take the train from Alice Springs to DarwinThe Ghan
23h 30m
$1,937–1,947
Drive 1,496.1 km
1. Drive from Alice Springs to Darwin1,496.1 km
13h 32m
$284–410

Alice Springs to Darwin by bus (Greyhound)

6Weekly Buses

21h 35mAverage Duration

$200Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,333.5 km
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Alice Springs, NT, Australia and Darwin, NT, Australia?

Qantas flies from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Darwin International Airport (DRW) once daily. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Alice Springs to Darwin 6 times a week. Tickets cost $200–490 and the journey takes 21h 35m.

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