What is the cheapest way to get from Darwin to Thursday Island?

The cheapest way to get from Darwin to Thursday Island is to fly and ferry which costs $600 - $2,100 and takes 10h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Darwin to Thursday Island?

The fastest way to get from Darwin to Thursday Island is to fly and ferry which takes 10h 12m and costs $600 - $2,100.

How far is it from Darwin to Thursday Island?

The distance between Darwin and Thursday Island is 1288 km.

How long does it take to get from Darwin to Thursday Island?

It takes approximately 10h 12m to get from Darwin to Thursday Island, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Darwin and Thursday Island?

Thursday Island is 30 min ahead of Darwin. It is currently 2:42 AM in Darwin and 3:12 AM in Thursday Island.

Where can I stay near Thursday Island?

There are four+ hotels available in Thursday Island.

Darwin to Thursday Island - one way to travel via plane, and ferry

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There is 1 way to get from Darwin to Thursday Island by plane or ferry

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1. Fly from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Horn Island Airport (HID)plane DRW - HID
2. Take the ferry from Horn Island to Thursday Islandferry
10h 12m
$642–2,066

Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Horn Island Airport (HID) flights

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8h 14mAverage Duration

$599Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,288.1 km
Duration: 10h 12m

What companies run services between Darwin, NT, Australia and Thursday Island, QLD, Australia?

There is no direct connection from Darwin to Thursday Island. However, you can take the line 10 bus to Casuarina Bradshaw Terrace Terminus, take the line 3 bus to Henry Wrigley Dr, Airport Precinct, walk to Darwin-Airport-DRW airport, fly to Horn Island Airport (HID), take the taxi to Horn Island, then take the ferry to Thursday Island.

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