What is the cheapest way to get from Northern Territory to Alice Springs?

The cheapest way to get from Northern Territory to Alice Springs is to bus which costs $200 - $490 and takes 21h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Northern Territory to Alice Springs?

The fastest way to get from Northern Territory to Alice Springs is to drive which takes 13h 33m and costs $290 - $420.

Is there a direct bus between Northern Territory and Alice Springs?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Darwin and arriving at Alice Springs. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 21h 5m.

How far is it from Northern Territory to Alice Springs?

The distance between Northern Territory and Alice Springs is 1514 km. The road distance is 1496.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Northern Territory to Alice Springs without a car is to bus which takes 21h 5m and costs $200 - $490.

How long does it take to get from Northern Territory to Alice Springs?

The bus from Darwin to Alice Springs takes 21h 5m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Northern Territory to Alice Springs bus from?

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

Train or bus from Northern Territory to Alice Springs?

The best way to get from Northern Territory to Alice Springs is to bus which takes 21h 5m and costs $200 - $490. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1,940 - $1,950 and takes 23h 26m.

Where does the Northern Territory to Alice Springs bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Northern Territory to Alice Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Northern Territory to Alice Springs is 1496 km. It takes approximately 13h 33m to drive from Northern Territory to Alice Springs.

Where can I stay near Alice Springs?

There are 24+ hotels available in Alice Springs.

Northern Territory to Alice Springs - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Northern Territory to Alice Springs by bus (Greyhound), train, or car

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Darwin to Alice SpringsAlice Springs
21h 5m
$200–490
Train
1. Take the train from Darwin to Alice SpringsThe Ghan
23h 26m
$1,942–1,948
Drive 1,496.4 km
1. Drive from Darwin to Alice Springs1,496.4 km
13h 33m
$291–421

Northern Territory to Alice Springs by bus (Greyhound)

6Weekly Buses

21h 5mAverage Duration

$200Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,513.9 km
Duration: 21h 5m

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

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Darwin to Alice Springs 6 times a week. Tickets cost $200–490 and the journey takes 21h 5m. Alternatively, Journey Beyond - The Ghan operates a train from Darwin to Alice Springs once a week. Tickets cost $1,906 and the journey takes 23h 10m.

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