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

The cheapest way to get from Darwin to Adelaide is to fly which costs $220 - $750 and takes 7h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darwin to Adelaide is to fly which takes 7h 3m and costs $220 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Darwin and Adelaide?

No, there is no direct bus from Darwin to Adelaide. However, there are services departing from Darwin and arriving at Adelaide via Alice Springs. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h.

How far is it from Darwin to Adelaide?

The distance between Darwin and Adelaide is 2648 km. The road distance is 3026.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Darwin to Adelaide without a car is to bus and train which takes 40h 37m and costs $2,300 - $2,700.

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

It takes approximately 7h 3m to get from Darwin to Adelaide, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darwin to Adelaide bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Darwin to Adelaide?

The best way to get from Darwin to Adelaide is to fly which takes 7h 3m and costs $220 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $410 - $1,000 and takes 42h.

Where does the Darwin to Adelaide bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Darwin and Adelaide?

Adelaide is 1h ahead of Darwin. It is currently 2:36 AM in Darwin and 3:36 AM in Adelaide.

Can I drive from Darwin to Adelaide?

Yes, the driving distance between Darwin to Adelaide is 3026 km. It takes approximately 28h 46m to drive from Darwin to Adelaide.

Where can I stay near Adelaide?

There are 1477+ hotels available in Adelaide.

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

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

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 Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)DRW - ADL
7h 3m
$225–705
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Darwin to Katherine
2. Take the train from Katherine to Alice Springs
3. Take the bus from Alice Springs to Adelaide
40h 37m
$2,327–2,667
Drive 3,026.4 km
1. Drive from Darwin to Adelaide3,026.4 km
28h 46m
$578–835
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Darwin to Alice SpringsAlice Springs
2. Take the bus from Alice Springs to AdelaideAdelaide
42h
$417–990

Darwin to Adelaide by bus, train, and foot

2Weekly Services

40h 37mAverage Duration

$2,327Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 2,647.8 km
Duration: 7h 3m

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

Jetstar, Qantas, and Virgin Australia fly from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Adelaide Airport (ADL) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Darwin to Adelaide via Alice Springs in around 42h.

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