How to travel from Nelson Bay to Darwin, Australia
The distance between Nelson Bay and Darwin is around 3,403km (2,115 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 6h 20m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Nelson Bay to Darwin by plane, bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Darwin → Nelson Bay if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Newcastle (NTL) to Darwin (DRW).
- Duration6h 20m
- Flight time5h 15m
- Typical costA$735($495)
Qantas
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Bus and Train
Take the bus to Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont St and then to Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 1 then take the train to Adelaide Parklands then take the bus to Alice Springs and then to Darwin.
- Duration3 days 2h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costA$885($595)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Nelson Bay and Darwin
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Nelson Bay to Darwin by plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus, then take the train and then fly which costs around A$440 ($295) and will take around 8h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 6h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$735 ($495).
The distance between Nelson Bay and Darwin is around 3,403km (2,115 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 3,126km (1,943 miles)
It takes around 6h 20m to get from Nelson Bay and Darwin by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 15h to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Nelson Bay to Darwin is to fly which takes around 6h 20m and will set you back approx A$735 ($495).
The cheapest way to travel between Nelson Bay and Darwin, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus, then take the train and then fly which will typically cost around A$440 ($295) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Nelson Bay and Darwin. We recommend that you fly from Newcastle (NTL) to Darwin (DRW). instead which will take 6h 20m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Nelson Bay and Darwin. We recommend that you fly from Newcastle (NTL) to Darwin (DRW). instead which will take 6h 20m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Nelson Bay and Darwin. Flights depart from Newcastle (NTL) and arrive at Darwin (DRW) - via Brisbane (BNE). The flight takes around 5h 15m.
There is no direct flight from Nelson Bay to Darwin. There is however a flight that goes via Brisbane (BNE). This services will take at least 6h 20m (not including layover time).
The flight from Nelson Bay to Darwin typically takes around 5h 15m. Flights depart from Newcastle (NTL) and and arrive into Darwin (DRW).
The closest major airport to Darwin is Darwin International Airport (DRW) (DRW) which is approximately 7km (4 miles) from Darwin. Maningrida Airport (MNG) (MNG) and Kununurra Airport (KNX) (KNX) 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 Nelson Bay and Darwin. The distance is around 3,848km (2,391 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 15h in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Nelson Bay to Darwin is to fly which takes, on average, 6h 20m and will usually cost around A$735 ($495).
Compare travel optionsbetween Nelson Bay and Darwin
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 6h 20m | A$735($495) | hourly | 3,519km (2,186 miles) |
| Bus, Train and Plane | 8h 40m | A$440($295) | hourly | 3,403km (2,115 miles) |
Bus and Train + 1 similar | 3 days 2h | A$885($595) | once a week | 4,964km (3,085 miles) |
| Bus to Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont St, train | 3 days 14h | A$1,325($895) | once a week | 4,909km (3,050 miles) |
Drive | 1 day 15h | A$725($490) | on demand | 3,848km (2,391 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Nelson Bay and Darwin
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Qantas
Virgin Australia
Bus companies
NSW TrainLink
Train operators
Transport for NSW
Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific
Journey Beyond - The Ghan
Airports near Darwin
The following major airports near Darwin offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Australia and internationally.
Darwin International Airport (DRW)
- Distance
- 7km (4 miles) from Darwin
Maningrida Airport (MNG)
- Distance
- 371km (231 miles) from Darwin
Kununurra Airport (KNX)
- Distance
- 435km (270 miles) from Darwin