The route at a glance
The Broome–Darwin corridor.
Broome to Darwin is one of the longest scheduled coach corridors in Australia of 1,869 kilometres along the Victoria Highway and Great Northern Highway connecting WA and NT. Through-services take around 29 hours and 40 minutes, and most travellers break the journey at a midway stop rather than ride straight through. Greyhound Australia runs the corridor; check their timetable for departure times and seat availability. The route passes through the Kimberley via Kununurra. Hop-on hop-off passes can work out cheaper than buying segments individually if you plan to stop along the way.
Typical calling points
- BroomeWA
- Roebuck PlainsWA
- Willare BridgeWA
- DerbyWA
- Fitzroy CrossingWA
- Halls CreekWA
- Turkey CreekWA
- DarwinNT
Typical stops on this corridor. Actual calling points vary by operator and service.
Journey essentials
- Onboard
- Wi-Fi · Toilet · USB charging · Wheelchair access
- Luggage
- 1 × 40kg checked bag
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Who runs this route.
Greyhound Australia
Wi-FiToiletUSB chargingWheelchair accessEco-friendly40kg luggageBookon Greyhound AustraliaFrom$450Services
Depart Arrive Runs 6:00 AM 8:15 AM+1 Mon–Fri
Fares are indicative. Live pricing may vary by date and availability. AusBus earns a small commission on some bookings at no extra cost to you.
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Travel tips
What to know before you go.
Book at least seven days ahead during school holidays, the Easter long weekend, and the Christmas–New Year period. Long-haul corridors fill quickly during these windows and same-day fares can be double the advance-purchase price. Outback corridors have long stretches with no phone reception. Download offline maps and entertainment before you board. Wet season (November to April) can flood sections of the highway, so build a flexible day into your itinerary if you're travelling then. Arrive at the terminal at least 15 minutes before departure. Most operators begin boarding 10 minutes prior to the scheduled time and won't hold the coach for late passengers. Pack snacks and a refillable water bottle. Rest stop options on regional corridors are sparse, particularly between major towns. Check the operator's luggage policy before you travel. Most include one checked bag (40 kg) and one carry-on, but allowances vary by carrier and additional bags usually attract a fee.
Worth timing your trip for
What's on in Darwin
JulyDarwin, NTDarwin Cup CarnivalJuly racing carnival culminating in Darwin Cup Day, first Monday of August
JulyDarwin, NTDarwin Beer Can RegattaOne Sunday in mid-July
AugustDarwin, NTDarwin Festival18 days in early-to-mid August
Route FAQs
Broome to Darwin, answered.
- Around 29 hours and 40 minutes for a typical scheduled service. Travel time can vary by 30 minutes or more depending on the operator, the number of intermediate stops, and traffic on the day.
- The coach route is about 1,869 kilometres. The coach covers it in around 29 hours and 40 minutes, allowing for stops.
- Fares start from around $450 one-way. Booking at least a week ahead usually saves you 30 to 50 percent compared to same-day fares. Same-day bookings on long-haul corridors can run double the advance-purchase price during school holidays.
- Greyhound Australia operates services on this route. Use the operator comparison above to see which suits your travel date, budget and preferences for amenities like Wi-Fi, USB charging and onboard toilets.
- Yes. Greyhound Australia runs a direct service on this corridor, so you can travel Broome to Darwin without changing coaches. Check the timetable above for current departure times.
- Services on this route offer Wi-Fi, an onboard toilet, USB charging and wheelchair access. Amenities vary by operator and vehicle, so check the specific service when you book.
- Not currently scheduled on this corridor. Most services run during the day with a meal stop midway. Check the timetable above for current departure times.
- Last-minute seats are sometimes available, but never guaranteed, particularly on Friday afternoons, Sunday evenings, and during school holidays. Booking online a few days ahead is strongly recommended and almost always cheaper.
- Most operators include one checked bag (up to 40 kg) and one carry-on bag in the ticket price. Additional bags usually attract a fee. Check the specific operator's luggage policy at the time of booking.
Keep going
Onward from Darwin.
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