How to travel from Dubbo to Broome, Australia
The distance between Dubbo and Broome is around 3,693km (2,295 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 6h 30m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Dubbo to Broome 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 Broome → Dubbo if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Dubbo (DBO) to Broome (BME).
- Duration6h 30m
- Flight time6h 10m
- Typical costA$1,140($765)
Qantas
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Train and Bus
Take the train to Central Station then Adelaide Parklands and then to Darwin then take the bus to Broome.
- Duration4 days 17h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costA$1,840($1,235)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Dubbo and Broome
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Dubbo to Broome by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then fly which costs around A$890 ($600) and will take around 8hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 6h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$1,140 ($765).
The distance between Dubbo and Broome is around 3,693km (2,295 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 3,082km (1,915 miles)
It takes around 6h 30m to get from Dubbo and Broome by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2 days to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Dubbo to Broome is to fly which takes around 6h 30m and will set you back approx A$1,140 ($765).
The cheapest way to travel between Dubbo and Broome, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then fly which will typically cost around A$890 ($600) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Dubbo and Broome. We recommend that you fly from Dubbo (DBO) to Broome (BME). instead which will take 6h 30m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Dubbo and Broome. We recommend that you fly from Dubbo (DBO) to Broome (BME). instead which will take 6h 30m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Dubbo and Broome. Flights depart from Dubbo (DBO) and arrive at Broome (BME) - via Sydney (SYD). The flight takes around 6h 10m.
There is no direct flight from Dubbo to Broome. There is however a flight that goes via Sydney (SYD). This services will take at least 6h 30m (not including layover time).
The flight from Dubbo to Broome typically takes around 6h 10m. Flights depart from Dubbo (DBO) and and arrive into Broome (BME).
The closest major airport to Broome is Broome International Airport (BME) (BME) which is approximately 1km (1 miles) from Broome. Port Hedland International Airport (PHE) (PHE) and Barimunya Airport (BYP) (BYP) 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 Dubbo and Broome. The distance is around 4,822km (2,996 miles) by road and it will take around 2 days in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Dubbo to Broome is to fly which takes, on average, 6h 30m and will usually cost around A$1,140 ($765).
Compare travel optionsbetween Dubbo and Broome
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 6h 30m | A$1,140($765) | every 30 mins | 3,693km (2,295 miles) |
| Train and Plane | 8hrs | A$890($600) | twice daily | 3,730km (2,318 miles) |
Train and Bus + 1 similar | 4 days 17h | A$1,840($1,235) | once a week | 7,077km (4,397 miles) |
| Train to Central Station, bus | 4 days 21h | A$1,455($980) | once a week | 7,516km (4,670 miles) |
Drive | 2 days | A$640($430) | on demand | 4,822km (2,996 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Dubbo and Broome
Airlines
Qantas
Regional Express
Link Airways
Train operators
NSW TrainLink
Great Southern Rail - Indian Pacific
Great Southern Rail - The Ghan
Bus companies
Integrity Coach Lines (Aust) Pty Ltd
Airports near Broome
The following major airports near Broome offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Australia and internationally.
Broome International Airport (BME)
- Distance
- 1km (1 miles) from Broome
Port Hedland International Airport (PHE)
- Distance
- 463km (288 miles) from Broome
Barimunya Airport (BYP)
- Distance
- 614km (381 miles) from Broome