What is the cheapest way to get from Humpty Doo to Katherine?

The cheapest way to get from Humpty Doo to Katherine is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 2h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Humpty Doo to Katherine?

The fastest way to get from Humpty Doo to Katherine is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Humpty Doo and Katherine?

No, there is no direct bus from Humpty Doo to Katherine. However, there are services departing from Arnhem Hwy after Hayball Rd and arriving at Katherine via Palmerston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Humpty Doo to Katherine?

The distance between Humpty Doo and Katherine is 297 km. The road distance is 285.3 km.

How do I travel from Humpty Doo to Katherine without a car?

The best way to get from Humpty Doo to Katherine without a car is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs $1,280 - $1,300.

How long does it take to get from Humpty Doo to Katherine?

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Humpty Doo to Katherine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Humpty Doo to Katherine bus from?

Humpty Doo to Katherine bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Palmerston station.

Train or bus from Humpty Doo to Katherine?

The best way to get from Humpty Doo to Katherine is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs $1,280 - $1,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $110 and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the Humpty Doo to Katherine bus arrive?

Humpty Doo to Katherine bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Katherine station.

Can I drive from Humpty Doo to Katherine?

Yes, the driving distance between Humpty Doo to Katherine is 285 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Humpty Doo to Katherine.

Where can I stay near Katherine?

There are 20+ hotels available in Katherine.

Humpty Doo to Katherine - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Humpty Doo to Katherine by train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darwin to Katherinetrain The Ghan Expedition
4h 26m
$1,280–1,292
Drive 285.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Humpty Doo to Katherinecar 285.3 km
2h 49m
$53–76
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Palmerston to Katherinebus Alice Springs / ...
4h 43m
$55–110

Humpty Doo to Katherine by bus (Greyhound)

11Weekly Buses

4h 43mAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Humpty Doo to Katherine.

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Distance: 296.5 km
Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Humpty Doo, NT, Australia and Katherine, NT, Australia?

Journey Beyond - The Ghan operates a train from Darwin to Katherine twice a week. Tickets cost $1,211 and the journey takes 4h. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Palmerston to Katherine twice daily. Tickets cost $55–110 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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