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

The cheapest way to get from Castlemaine to Darwin is to fly which costs $350 - $1,200 and takes 15h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlemaine to Darwin is to train and fly which takes 8h 25m and costs $390 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Castlemaine and Darwin?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlemaine station to Darwin. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St and arriving at Darwin via Bendigo Station/Railway Pl, Adelaide and Alice Springs. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 7h.

Is there a direct train between Castlemaine and Darwin?

No, there is no direct train from Castlemaine station to Darwin. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine Station and arriving at Darwin via Southern Cross Station and Adelaide Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 20h.

How far is it from Castlemaine to Darwin?

The distance between Castlemaine and Darwin is 3251 km. The road distance is 3640.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Darwin without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 7h and costs $450 - $1,100.

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

It takes approximately 8h 25m to get from Castlemaine to Darwin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Darwin bus from?

Castlemaine to Darwin bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Bendigo Station/Railway Pl.

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Darwin train from?

Castlemaine to Darwin train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Castlemaine Station.

Train, bus or fly from Castlemaine to Darwin?

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Darwin is to bus which takes 2 days 7h and costs $450 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $350 - $1,200 and takes 15h 33m, you could also train, which costs $3,000 - $3,300 and takes 2 days 20h.

Where does the Castlemaine to Darwin bus arrive?

Castlemaine to Darwin bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at 85 Franklin St station.

What is the time difference between Castlemaine and Darwin?

Darwin is 30 min behind Castlemaine. It is currently 2:23 AM in Castlemaine and 1:53 AM in Darwin.

Where does the Castlemaine to Darwin train arrive?

Castlemaine to Darwin train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Castlemaine to Darwin?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlemaine to Darwin is 3640 km. It takes approximately 36h 35m to drive from Castlemaine 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 Castlemaine to Darwin by train, plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, or car

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Train to Melbourne Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Castlemaine Station to Sunbury Stationtrain
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)plane MEL - DRW
8h 25m
$390–963
Fly from Bendigo Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Bendigo Airport (BXG) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)plane BXG - DRW
15h 33m
$359–1,162
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bendigo Station/Railway Pl to 85 Franklin Stbus
2. Take the bus from Adelaide to Alice Springsbus
3. Take the bus from Alice Springs to Darwinbus
2d 7h
$450–1,067
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bendigo Station/Railway Pl to 85 Franklin Stbus Coach
2. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Darwintrain The Ghan
2d 19h
$2,901–2,960
Drive 3,640.4 km
1. Drive from Castlemaine to Darwincar 3,640.4 km
36h 35m
$654–945
Train, train to Avalon Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Castlemaine Station to Footscray Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Lara Stationtrain
3. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)plane AVV - DRW
13h 4m
$498–1,575
Train
1. Take the train from Castlemaine Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Adelaide Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Darwintrain
2d 20h
$3,028–3,281

Castlemaine to Darwin by bus

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2d 7hAverage Duration

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Distance: 3,251.3 km
Duration: 8h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Darwin via Bendigo Station/Railway Pl, Adelaide, and Alice Springs in around 2d 7h. Alternatively, Qantas and Jetstar fly from Bendigo Airport (BXG) to Darwin International Airport (DRW) once daily.

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