Darwin to Alice Springs

Darwin to Alice Springs

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Darwin to Alice Springs Schedule

Darwin to Alice Springs Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Jetstar Airways Economy 00:35 - 12:50AUD 769.04
Jetstar Airways Economy 02:35 - 17:45AUD 804.31
Qantas Airways Economy 06:10 - 08:25AUD 942.34
Greyhound Australia Premium 09:55 - 07:35AUD 376
Qantas Airways Economy #QF195811:30 - 13:35AUD 917.75
Qantas Airways Economy 12:50 - 12:50AUD 1,195.85
Qantas Airways Economy #QF196014:20 - 16:30AUD 479.88
Qantas Airways Economy #QF196017:00 - 19:10AUD 482.62
Qantas Airways Economy 18:15 - 08:35AUD 1,078.53
Jetstar Airways Economy 23:30 - 11:50AUD 987.25

Transportation from Darwin to Alice Springs

Facts about the transport from Darwin to Alice Springs

Cheapest Transport$196
Fastest Transport2h 5m
Earliest Departure12:35 AM
Latest Departure11:30 AM
Departures per day3
Distance1054 kilometers
Transport CompaniesGreyhound Australia, Jetstar Airways, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia Airlines

How to get from Darwin to Alice Springs

When you want to get from Darwin to Alice Springs, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 243.87. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 195.23.

How far is Darwin from Alice Springs?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Darwin to Alice Springs. Your trip will be a total of 656 miles (1054 km). The flying distance is 1101 miles (1771 km).

How long does it take to get from Darwin to Alice Springs?

The travel time from Darwin to Alice Springs can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 22 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Darwin to Alice Springs?

The cost of the trip from Darwin to Alice Springs varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Greyhound Australia: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 195.23 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 243.87.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Darwin to Alice Springs:

  • Bus tickets - USD 195.23 to USD 243.87;
  • Plane tickets - USD 502.02 to USD 1,091.59;

How many trips per day are there between Darwin and Alice Springs?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 09:55 - you can also take a bus as late as 09:55. There are 3 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Darwin to Alice Springs. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 502.02.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Darwin to Alice Springs

Jetstar Airways, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia Airlines

Buses

Taking a bus from Darwin to Alice Springs is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.
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The most popular transport from Darwin to Alice Springs

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Darwin to Alice Springs? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.