How to travel from Darwin to Kingscliff, Australia
The distance between Darwin and Kingscliff is around 3,007km (1,868 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 7h 20m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Darwin to Kingscliff by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Kingscliff → Darwin if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Darwin (DRW) to Gold Coast (OOL).
- Duration7h 20m
- Flight time5h 50m
- Typical costA$695($470)
Virgin Australia
+ 2 others2 similiar routes
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Bus and Train
Take the bus to Alice Springs and then to Adelaide then take the train to Sydney Central Station then take the bus to Tweed Heads.
- Duration3 days 13h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costA$940($635)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Darwin and Kingscliff
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Darwin to Kingscliff by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to fly and then take the train which costs around A$560 ($380) and will take around 7h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 7h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$695 ($470).
The distance between Darwin and Kingscliff is around 3,007km (1,868 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,940km (1,827 miles)
It takes around 7h 20m to get from Darwin and Kingscliff by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 11h to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Darwin to Kingscliff is to fly which takes around 7h 20m and will set you back approx A$695 ($470).
The cheapest way to travel between Darwin and Kingscliff, if you exclude driving, is to fly and then take the train which will typically cost around A$560 ($380) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Darwin and Kingscliff. We recommend that you fly from Darwin (DRW) to Gold Coast (OOL). instead which will take 7h 20m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Darwin and Kingscliff. We recommend that you fly from Darwin (DRW) to Gold Coast (OOL). instead which will take 7h 20m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Darwin and Kingscliff. Flights depart from Darwin (DRW) and arrive at Gold Coast (OOL) - via Sydney (SYD). The flight takes around 5h 50m.
There is no direct flight from Darwin to Kingscliff. There is however a flight that goes via Sydney (SYD). This services will take at least 7h 20m (not including layover time).
The flight from Darwin to Kingscliff typically takes around 5h 50m. Flights depart from Darwin (DRW) and and arrive into Gold Coast (OOL).
The closest major airport to Kingscliff is Gold Coast Airport (OOL) (OOL) which is approximately 12km (7 miles) from Kingscliff. Ballina Byron Airport (BNK) (BNK) and Brisbane Airport (BNE) (BNE) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Darwin and Kingscliff. The distance is around 3,513km (2,183 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 11h in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Darwin to Kingscliff is to fly which takes, on average, 7h 20m and will usually cost around A$695 ($470).
Compare travel optionsbetween Darwin and Kingscliff
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 2 similar | 7h 20m | A$695($470) | every 4 hours | 3,872km (2,406 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 7h 55m | A$560($380) | 4 times a day | 3,007km (1,868 miles) |
| Plane and Bus | 8h 40m | A$915($615) | twice daily | 3,882km (2,412 miles) |
Bus and Train + 2 similar | 3 days 13h | A$940($635) | once a week | 5,692km (3,537 miles) |
| Train and Bus | 3 days 20h | A$1,395($940) | once a week | 5,608km (3,484 miles) |
| Train to Adelaide Parklands, bus | 4 days 14h | A$950($640) | once a week | 5,739km (3,566 miles) |
Drive | 1 day 11h | A$665($445) | on demand | 3,513km (2,183 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Darwin and Kingscliff
Airlines
Virgin Australia
Qantas
Airnorth
Train operators
Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific
Journey Beyond - The Ghan
Journey Beyond - Great Southern
Bus companies
Premier Motor Service
Airports near Kingscliff
The following major airports near Kingscliff offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Australia and internationally.
Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
- Distance
- 12km (7 miles) from Kingscliff
Ballina Byron Airport (BNK)
- Distance
- 65km (40 miles) from Kingscliff
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
- Distance
- 105km (66 miles) from Kingscliff