What is the cheapest way to get from Darwin to Melbourne Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Darwin to Melbourne Central Station is to fly which costs $340 - $950 and takes 7h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Darwin to Melbourne Central Station?

The fastest way to get from Darwin to Melbourne Central Station is to fly which takes 7h 52m and costs $340 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Darwin and Melbourne Central Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Darwin to Melbourne Central Station. However, there are services departing from Darwin and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Alice Springs and Adelaide. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 6h.

Is there a direct train between Darwin and Melbourne Central Station?

No, there is no direct train from Darwin to Melbourne Central Station station. However, there are services departing from Darwin and arriving at Melbourne Central Station via Alice Springs, Manguri, Adelaide Station and Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 14h.

How far is it from Darwin to Melbourne Central Station?

The distance between Darwin and Melbourne Central Station is 3174 km. The road distance is 3733.3 km.

How do I travel from Darwin to Melbourne Central Station without a car?

The best way to get from Darwin to Melbourne Central Station without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 6h and costs $500 - $1,100.

How long does it take to get from Darwin to Melbourne Central Station?

It takes approximately 7h 52m to get from Darwin to Melbourne Central Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darwin to Melbourne Central Station bus from?

Darwin to Melbourne Central Station bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Darwin station.

Where do I catch the Darwin to Melbourne Central Station train from?

Darwin to Melbourne Central Station train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Ghan, depart from Darwin station.

Train, bus or fly from Darwin to Melbourne Central Station?

The best way to get from Darwin to Melbourne Central Station is to fly which takes 7h 52m and costs $340 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $500 - $1,100 and takes 2 days 6h, you could also train, which costs $5,400 - $5,700 and takes 2 days 14h.

Where does the Darwin to Melbourne Central Station bus arrive?

Darwin to Melbourne Central Station bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Alice Springs station.

What is the time difference between Darwin and Melbourne Central Station?

Melbourne Central Station is 30 min ahead of Darwin. It is currently 4:59 AM in Darwin and 5:29 AM in Melbourne Central Station.

Where does the Darwin to Melbourne Central Station train arrive?

Darwin to Melbourne Central Station train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Ghan, arrive at Alice Springs station.

Can I drive from Darwin to Melbourne Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Darwin to Melbourne Central Station is 3733 km. It takes approximately 37h 21m to drive from Darwin to Melbourne Central Station.

How do I get a bus ticket from Darwin to Melbourne Central Station?

Book your Darwin to Melbourne Central Station bus tickets online with Omio and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Melbourne Central Station?

There are 5297+ hotels available in Melbourne Central Station.

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There are 5 ways to get from Darwin to Melbourne Central Station by plane, bus (Greyhound), 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
7h 52m
$348–928
Bus
1. Take the bus from Darwin to Alice Springsbus
2. Take the bus from Alice Springs to Adelaidebus
3. Take the bus from Adelaide to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus
2d 6h
$535–1,092
Train
1. Take the train from Darwin to Alice Springstrain
2. Take the train from Alice Springs to Manguritrain
3. Take the train from Manguri to Adelaide Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2d 14h
$5,449–5,697
Drive 3,733.3 km
1. Drive from Darwin to Melbourne Central Stationcar 3,733.3 km
37h 21m
$667–964
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
12h
$520–1,624

Darwin to Melbourne Central Station by bus and foot

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Distance: 3,173.8 km
Duration: 7h 52m

What companies run services between Darwin, NT, Australia and Melbourne Central Station, 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 Darwin to Melbourne Central Station via Alice Springs, Adelaide, and Southern Cross Coach Terminal in around 2d 6h.

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