What is the cheapest way to get from Darwin Airport (DRW) to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Darwin Airport (DRW) to Melbourne is to fly which costs $350 - $950 and takes 4h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Darwin Airport (DRW) to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Darwin Airport (DRW) to Melbourne is to fly which takes 4h 45m and costs $350 - $950.

Is there a direct train between Darwin Airport (DRW) and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Darwin Airport (DRW) to Melbourne station. However, there are services departing from Darwin and arriving at Southern Cross Station via Adelaide Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 14h.

How far is it from Darwin Airport (DRW) to Melbourne?

The distance between Darwin Airport (DRW) and Melbourne is 3154 km. The road distance is 3731.7 km.

How do I travel from Darwin Airport (DRW) to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Darwin Airport (DRW) to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 3 days 14h and costs $3,300 - $3,600.

How long does it take to get from Darwin Airport (DRW) to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Darwin Airport (DRW) to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darwin Airport (DRW) to Melbourne train from?

Darwin Airport (DRW) to Melbourne train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Ghan, depart from Darwin station.

Train or fly from Darwin Airport (DRW) to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Darwin Airport (DRW) to Melbourne is to fly which takes 4h 45m and costs $350 - $950. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $3,300 - $3,600 and takes 3 days 14h.

What is the time difference between Darwin Airport (DRW) and Melbourne?

Melbourne is 30 min ahead of Darwin Airport (DRW). It is currently 3:41 PM in Darwin Airport (DRW) and 4:11 PM in Melbourne.

Where does the Darwin Airport (DRW) to Melbourne train arrive?

Darwin Airport (DRW) to Melbourne train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Ghan, arrive at Adelaide Station.

Can I drive from Darwin Airport (DRW) to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Darwin Airport (DRW) to Melbourne is 3732 km. It takes approximately 37h 24m to drive from Darwin Airport (DRW) to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5289+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Darwin Airport (DRW) to Melbourne - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Darwin Airport (DRW) to Melbourne by plane, train, or car

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Fly to Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane DRW - MEL
4h 45m
$357–910
Train
1. Take the train from Darwin to Adelaide Stationtrain The Ghan Expedition
2. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain The Overland
3d 14h
$3,321–3,566
Drive 3,731.7 km
1. Drive from Darwin Airport (DRW) to Melbournecar 3,731.7 km
37h 24m
$669–966
Fly to Avalon Airport, train
1. Fly from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane DRW - AVV
2. Take the train from Lara Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
9h 3m
$551–1,554
Fly to Bendigo Airport, train
1. Fly from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Bendigo Airport (BXG)plane DRW - BXG
2. Take the train from Bendigo Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
12h 34m
$956–2,800
Fly to Albury, train
1. Fly from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Albury (ABX)plane DRW - ABX
2. Take the train from Albury Station to Southern Crosstrain
11h 31m
$599–1,642

Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) flights

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Distance: 3,153.6 km
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Darwin Airport (DRW), Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Henry Wrigley Dr, Airport Precinct to Southern Cross Station via Casuarina Bradshaw Terrace, Vanderlin Dve before Stuart Hwy, Darwin, and Adelaide Station in around 3d 14h.

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Flights from Darwin International Airport to Melbourne Airport

Ave. Duration: 4h 10m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $290–1,000

Flights from Darwin International Airport to Melbourne Airport via Adelaide

Ave. Duration: 6h 30m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $410–1,000

Flights from Darwin International Airport to Melbourne Airport via Sydney

Ave. Duration: 6h 50m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $410–1,000

Flights from Darwin International Airport to Melbourne Airport via Brisbane

Ave. Duration: 7h 25m
When: Saturday
Estimated price: $410–1,000

Flights from Darwin International Airport to Avalon Airport via Sydney

Ave. Duration: 7h 16m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $500–3,000

Flights from Darwin International Airport to Avalon Airport via Adelaide

Ave. Duration: 11h 30m
When: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $850–2,700

Flights from Darwin International Airport to Avalon Airport via Brisbane

Ave. Duration: 12h 20m
When: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price: $550–1,700

Flights from Darwin International Airport to Avalon Airport via Alice Springs, Adelaide

Ave. Duration: 11h
When: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $850–2,700

Flights from Darwin International Airport to Avalon Airport via Melbourne Airport, Adelaide

Ave. Duration: 11h 35m
When: Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $1,100–3,300

Flights from Darwin International Airport to Bendigo Airport via Sydney

Ave. Duration: 10h 5m
When: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $900–2,800

Flights from Darwin International Airport to Bendigo Airport via Melbourne Airport, Sydney

Ave. Duration: 9h 50m
When: Monday and Wednesday
Estimated price: $1,000–3,100

Flights from Darwin International Airport to Bendigo Airport via Brisbane, Sydney

Ave. Duration: 10h 30m
When: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $1,000–3,000

Flights from Darwin International Airport to Albury via Sydney

Ave. Duration: 7h 3m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $550–2,800

Flights from Darwin International Airport to Albury via Brisbane

Ave. Duration: 10h 5m
When: Monday to Saturday
Estimated price: $950–3,000

Flights from Darwin International Airport to Albury via Brisbane, Sydney

Ave. Duration: 11h
When: Thursday and Friday
Estimated price: $1,000–3,000

Flights from Darwin International Airport to Albury via Cairns, Sydney

Ave. Duration: 12h 40m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $1,000–3,000

Flights from Darwin International Airport to Albury via Alice Springs, Sydney

Ave. Duration: 12h 55m
When: Monday to Friday
Estimated price: $950–2,900

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