Transportation in Darwin

Darwin is well connected to other major Australian cities by Train. To reach Darwin by Train, visitors can take the - Ghan - from Sydney, Melbourne or Adelaide to Alice Springs and on to Darwin, enjoying the wonderful experience of chugging through some of the most scenic outback trails of Australia.

Transportation in Darwin: Getting around Darwin by Taxi

One of the most convenient ways of getting around city is by Taxis. It is easy to get taxis to/from the airport. Darwin Taxi services include: City Radio Taxis telephone: (08) 8981 3777 and/or Darwin Radio Taxis telephone: 13 1008

Transportation in Darwin: Getting around Darwin by Bus

- For those who o not want to splurge on taxi, can avail the Darwin bus services operated by several private bus companies, shuttling between Darwin's major places of interest.

- There are 14 routes that the Darwinbus operates on and it also takes tourists to the suburban area. Routes 4 and 10 are the most useful routes as they run between the city centre and Casuarina Shopping Centre via the Mindil Beach and Parap markets.

- A bus route runs down Mitchell and Cavenagh Streets in the city centre with the city bus interchange on Harry Chan Avenue. During weekdays, most buses ply at half-hourly intervals.

Transportation in Darwin: Getting around Darwin by Minibus

A unique mode of transportation available in Darwin is Minibus. This is a bit like a cross between a bus and a taxi. The minibus in Darwin charges a flat fare, and takes passengers to anywhere they want to go in the city centre, which includes Cullen Bay Marina and Stokes Hill Wharf. The minibus fare increases substantially once it leaves the central area. Minibuses terminal is located near the corner of Knuckey Street and the Smith Street Mall. Generally the minibus does not leave the stand until it has several passengers on board.

Other modes of Transportation in Darwin:
- By Car
- By Bicycle
- By Ferry