Darwin to Alice Springs by Coach 2019
The outback is one of the most extraordinarily beautiful and iconic parts of Australia. The land that belongs to the Aboriginal people for thousands of years is rich in culture, pioneer history and natural beauty. The coach route between Darwin and Alice Springs will take you right through the heart of Northern territory, with the panoramic views rolling by. Every mile of the journey will make you marvel at nature’s hand.
The Journey by Coach
Greyhound Australia is the tour operator of this route. The daily tour service costs an estimated AUS $ 175.73 – AUS $ 559.14. The journey is segmented into two, Darwin to Katherine and Katherine to Alice Springs. The whole journey takes 21h 35m.
Darwin to Katherine
The first leg of the journey, Darwin to Katherine, takes 4h 10m. Palmerston, Adelaide River, Hayes Creek and Pine Creek are the four stops in between. After a break of 1h 25m, the journey continues from Katherine to Alice Springs.
Katherine to Alice Springs
This 16h stretch of the journey has 15 stops in between. Mataranka, Mataranka Homestead, Larrimah, Daly Waters, Dunmarra, Elliot, Renner Springs, Three Ways, Tennant Creek, Wauchope, Wycliffe Well, Ali Curung, Barrow Creek, Ti Tree and Aileron are these stops.
Highlights of the Trip
Travelling along the Stuart Highway, you have the option of breaking up your journey by stopping over in Outback towns and national parks through the popular Greyhound Whimit passes. The following are some suggestions for you to enjoy your trip more, by breaking it up to accommodate side trips;
1. Explore Darwin
Tours to Kakadu National Park, Arnhem Land, Litchfield National Park as well as the World War II Historical Tour are some of the noteworthy tours, while at Darwin. Your encounter with the Saltwater Crocodiles at Crocosaurus cove is something not to miss!
2. Visit Mataranka
Dip in the healing Thermal Pools of Mataranka or the Bitter Springs that soothe your aches and pains and leave you refreshed for the next part of the journey!
3. Explore Katherine
The breath-taking scene of the Katherine Gorge at Nitmiluk National Park is best experienced by boating or canoeing along the Katherine River!
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