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

The cheapest way to get from Armidale to Darwin is to bus and fly which costs $470 - $1,400 and takes 11h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Armidale to Darwin is to fly which takes 9h 17m and costs $750 - $2,500.

Is there a direct bus between Armidale and Darwin?

No, there is no direct bus from Armidale to Darwin. However, there are services departing from Armidale Visitor Information Centre and arriving at Darwin via Tamworth Station, Coach Stop, Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1, Blende St After Bromide St, Adelaide and Alice Springs. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 21h.

Is there a direct train between Armidale and Darwin?

No, there is no direct train from Armidale station to Darwin. However, there are services departing from Armidale Station and arriving at Darwin via Central Station and Adelaide Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 19h.

How far is it from Armidale to Darwin?

The distance between Armidale and Darwin is 2953 km. The road distance is 3594.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Armidale to Darwin without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 21h and costs $600 - $1,300.

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

It takes approximately 9h 17m to get from Armidale to Darwin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Armidale to Darwin bus from?

Armidale to Darwin bus services, operated by Dorrigo Transit, depart from Armidale Visitor Information Centre station.

Where do I catch the Armidale to Darwin train from?

Armidale to Darwin train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Armidale Station.

Train, bus or fly from Armidale to Darwin?

The best way to get from Armidale to Darwin is to fly which takes 9h 17m and costs $750 - $2,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $600 - $1,300 and takes 2 days 21h, you could also train, which costs $3,300 - $8,000 and takes 3 days 19h.

Where does the Armidale to Darwin bus arrive?

Armidale to Darwin bus services, operated by Dorrigo Transit, arrive at Tamworth Station.

What is the time difference between Armidale and Darwin?

Darwin is 30 min behind Armidale. It is currently 11:13 PM in Armidale and 10:43 PM in Darwin.

Where does the Armidale to Darwin train arrive?

Armidale to Darwin train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Armidale to Darwin?

Yes, the driving distance between Armidale to Darwin is 3595 km. It takes approximately 36h 43m to drive from Armidale to Darwin.

Where can I stay near Darwin?

There are 530+ hotels available in Darwin.

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There are 7 ways to get from Armidale to Darwin by plane, bus (Greyhound), train, car, or bus

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Fly from Armidale
best
1. Fly from Armidale (ARM) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)plane ARM - DRW
9h 17m
$788–2,449
Bus to Coffs Harbour Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Armidale Visitor Information Centre to Coffs Harbour Airportbus
2. Fly from Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)plane CFS - DRW
11h 31m
$476–1,348
Bus
1. Take the bus from Armidale Visitor Information Centre to Tamworth Stationbus Dt9
2. Take the bus from Tamworth Station, Coach Stop to Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 4bus 362
3. Take the bus from Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1 to Blende St After Bromide Stbus 589
4. Take the bus from Blende St After Bromide St to Adelaide Central Bus Station, Franklin Stbus 583
5. Take the bus from Adelaide to Alice Springsbus
6. Take the bus from Alice Springs to Darwinbus
2d 21h
$603–1,240
Train
1. Take the train from Armidale Station to Central Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Central Station to Adelaide Parklandstrain
3. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Darwintrain
3d 19h
$3,316–7,582
Drive 3,594.8 km
1. Drive from Armidale to Darwincar 3,594.8 km
36h 43m
$646–933
Train to Tamworth, fly
1. Take the train from Armidale Station to Tamworth Stationtrain
2. Fly from Tamworth (TMW) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)plane TMW - DRW
10h 51m
$834–1,328
Bus to Port Macquarie, fly
1. Take the bus from Central Beardy Mall, Faulkner St to Gordon St Before Horton Stbus
2. Fly from Port Macquarie (PQQ) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)plane PQQ - DRW
14h 56m
$710–1,283

Armidale to Darwin by bus

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Distance: 2,952.7 km
Duration: 9h 17m

What companies run services between Armidale, NSW, Australia and Darwin, NT, Australia?

Qantas flies from Armidale (ARM) to Darwin International Airport (DRW) 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Armidale Visitor Information Centre to Darwin via Tamworth Station, Coach Stop, Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1, Blende St After Bromide St, Adelaide, and Alice Springs in around 2d 21h.

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