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

The cheapest way to get from Darwin to Geelong is to fly and shuttle which costs $310 - $900 and takes 8h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darwin to Geelong is to fly and shuttle which takes 8h 14m and costs $310 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Darwin and Geelong?

No, there is no direct bus from Darwin to Geelong station. However, there are services departing from Darwin and arriving at Geelong Station/Railway Tce via Alice Springs, Adelaide and Ballarat Station/Lydiard St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 5h.

How far is it from Darwin to Geelong?

The distance between Darwin and Geelong is 3234 km. The road distance is 3713.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Darwin to Geelong without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 5h and costs $500 - $1,100.

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

It takes approximately 8h 14m to get from Darwin to Geelong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darwin to Geelong bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Darwin to Geelong?

The best way to get from Darwin to Geelong is to bus which takes 2 days 5h and costs $500 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $5,400 - $5,700 and takes 2 days 12h, you could also fly, which costs $500 - $1,500 and takes 9h 58m.

Where does the Darwin to Geelong bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Darwin and Geelong?

Geelong is 1h 30m ahead of Darwin. It is currently 9:16 AM in Darwin and 10:46 AM in Geelong.

Can I drive from Darwin to Geelong?

Yes, the driving distance between Darwin to Geelong is 3713 km. It takes approximately 37h 16m to drive from Darwin to Geelong.

Where can I stay near Geelong?

There are 913+ hotels available in Geelong.

Darwin to Geelong - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, shuttle, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Darwin to Geelong by plane, shuttle, bus (Greyhound), train, or car

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Fly to Melbourne Airport, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane DRW - MEL
2. Take a shuttle bus from Melbourne Airport to Geelong stationshuttle
8h 14m
$319–889
Bus
1. Take the bus from Darwin to Alice Springsbus
2. Take the bus from Alice Springs to Adelaidebus
3. Take the bus from Adelaide to Ballaratbus
4. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Geelong Station/Railway Tcebus
2d 5h
$513–1,104
Train
1. Take the train from Darwin to Alice Springstrain
2. Take the train from Alice Springs to Manguritrain
3. Take the train from Manguri to Adelaide Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Adelaide Station to North Shore Stationtrain
2d 12h
$5,432–5,661
Drive 3,713.4 km
1. Drive from Darwin to Geelongcar 3,713.4 km
37h 16m
$702–1,014
Fly to Avalon Airport
1. Fly from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane DRW - AVV
9h 58m
$545–1,455

Darwin to Geelong by bus

6Weekly Buses

2d 5hAverage Duration

$513Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 3,234.3 km
Duration: 8h 14m

What companies run services between Darwin, NT, Australia and Geelong, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Darwin to Geelong Station/Railway Tce via Alice Springs, Adelaide, and Ballarat Station/Lydiard St in around 2d 5h. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Darwin to Geelong Station via Darwin, Alice Springs, Manguri, Adelaide Station, and North Shore Station in around 2d 12h.

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