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

The cheapest way to get from Darwin to Perth is to fly which costs $380 - $950 and takes 7h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darwin to Perth is to fly which takes 7h 4m and costs $380 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Darwin and Perth?

No, there is no direct bus from Darwin to Perth. However, there are services departing from Darwin and arriving at Perth Wellington Street via Roebuck Plains. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 12h.

How far is it from Darwin to Perth?

The distance between Darwin and Perth is 2685 km. The road distance is 3845.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Darwin to Perth without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 12h and costs $600 - $1,200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 4m to get from Darwin to Perth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darwin to Perth bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Darwin to Perth?

The best way to get from Darwin to Perth is to fly which takes 7h 4m and costs $380 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $600 - $1,200 and takes 2 days 12h.

Where does the Darwin to Perth bus arrive?

Darwin to Perth bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Roebuck Plains station.

What is the time difference between Darwin and Perth?

Perth is 1h 30m behind Darwin. It is currently 2:25 PM in Darwin and 12:55 PM in Perth.

Can I drive from Darwin to Perth?

Yes, the driving distance between Darwin to Perth is 3845 km. It takes approximately 43h 52m to drive from Darwin to Perth.

Where can I stay near Perth?

There are 1425+ hotels available in Perth.

Darwin to Perth - 3 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Darwin to Perth by plane, bus (Greyhound), 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 Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Perth Airport (PER)DRW - PER
7h 4m
$384–906
Bus
1. Take the bus from Darwin to Roebuck PlainsBroome
2. Take the bus from Roebuck Plains to Perth Wellington StreetSouthbound-Coastal Services
2d 12h
$599–1,113
Drive 3,845.3 km
1. Drive from Darwin to Perth3,845.3 km
43h 52m
$749–1,082

Darwin to Perth by bus

2Weekly Buses

2d 12hAverage Duration

$599Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,685.3 km
Duration: 7h 4m

What companies run services between Darwin, NT, Australia and Perth, WA, Australia?

Virgin Australia and Qantas fly from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Perth Airport (PER) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Darwin to Perth Wellington Street via Roebuck Plains in around 2d 12h.

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