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

The cheapest way to get from Rockhampton to Darwin is to fly which costs $440 - $900 and takes 6h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rockhampton to Darwin is to fly which takes 6h 26m and costs $440 - $900.

Is there a direct train between Rockhampton and Darwin?

No, there is no direct train from Rockhampton to Darwin. However, there are services departing from Rockhampton and arriving at Darwin via Roma Street Station, Central Station and Adelaide Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4 days 10h.

How far is it from Rockhampton to Darwin?

The distance between Rockhampton and Darwin is 2413 km. The road distance is 2931.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Rockhampton to Darwin without a car is to bus and train which takes 4 days 4h and costs $1,000 - $6,500.

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

It takes approximately 6h 26m to get from Rockhampton to Darwin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rockhampton to Darwin train from?

Rockhampton to Darwin train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Rockhampton station.

Train or fly from Rockhampton to Darwin?

The best way to get from Rockhampton to Darwin is to fly which takes 6h 26m and costs $440 - $900. Alternatively, you can train via Sydney, which costs $3,600 - $11,000 and takes 4 days 10h.

What is the time difference between Rockhampton and Darwin?

Darwin is 30 min behind Rockhampton. It is currently 4:25 AM in Rockhampton and 3:55 AM in Darwin.

Where does the Rockhampton to Darwin train arrive?

Rockhampton to Darwin train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Rockhampton to Darwin?

Yes, the driving distance between Rockhampton to Darwin is 2932 km. It takes approximately 29h 24m to drive from Rockhampton to Darwin.

Where can I stay near Darwin?

There are 502+ hotels available in Darwin.

Rockhampton to Darwin - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Rockhampton to Darwin by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly
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1. Fly from Rockhampton (ROK) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)plane ROK - DRW
6h 26m
$442–891
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rockhampton to Brisbane Coach Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Roma Street Station, Stand F to Casino Station, Coach Baybus
3. Take the train from Casino Station to Central Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Central Station to Adelaide Parklandstrain
5. Take the bus from Adelaide to Alice Springsbus
6. Take the bus from Alice Springs to Darwinbus
4d 4h
$1,016–6,117
Train via Sydney
1. Take the train from Rockhampton to Roma Streettrain
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Central Station to Adelaide Parklandstrain
4. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Darwintrain
4d 10h
$3,677–10,313
Drive 2,931.7 km
1. Drive from Rockhampton to Darwincar 2,931.7 km
29h 24m
$531–767
Train
1. Take the train from Rockhampton to Roma Streettrain
2. Take the train from Brisbane to Adelaidetrain
3. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Darwintrain
6d 15h
$6,408–23,469

Rockhampton (ROK) to Darwin International Airport (DRW) flights

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7h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 2,413.3 km
Duration: 6h 26m

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

Virgin Australia, Qantas, and Jetstar fly from Rockhampton (ROK) to Darwin International Airport (DRW) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Rockhampton to Darwin via Roma Street, Roma Street Station, Central Station, Adelaide Parklands, Adelaide Station, and Darwin in around 4d 10h.

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