The route at a glance
The Katherine–Darwin corridor.
Katherine to Darwin is the northbound Stuart Highway run: 320 kilometres back through the Top End to the Northern Territory capital. Greyhound runs daily services taking around 4 hours. The corridor is most often ridden by travellers returning from Nitmiluk Gorge or completing a Kimberley loop that came in through Kununurra.
Typical calling points
- KatherineNT
- Pine CreekNT
- Hayes CreekNT
- Adelaide RiverNT
- 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
Compare operators
Who runs this route.
Greyhound Australia
Wi-FiToiletUSB chargingWheelchair accessEco-friendly40kg luggagerestored after bogus-no-service deletion 2026-05-07
Bookon Greyhound AustraliaFrom$96Services
Depart Arrive Runs 4:30 AM 8:15 AM Tue–Sat 11:10 AM 3:05 PM Tue–Sun
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.
Mid-week departures (Tuesday to Thursday) are typically cheaper than Friday afternoon or Sunday services. Booking three to four days ahead is usually enough outside school holidays. 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. 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
Katherine to Darwin, answered.
- Around 4 hours 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 316 kilometres. The coach covers it in around 4 hours, allowing for stops.
- Fares start from around $96 one-way. Booking three to four days ahead usually gets you the lowest fare. 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 Katherine 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.
- 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.
Continuing past Darwin? These coach corridors carry on from your arrival city.
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