Experience one of the world's greatest train journeys aboard The Legendary Ghan. The legend has soared to new heights with the extension of The Ghan journey to Darwin. When The Ghan first departed Adelaide for Alice Springs, it was always intended that it would one day travel through to Darwin. More than 70 years later, that dream has become reality.
The Ghan now travels 2,979 kilometers from Adelaide to Darwin on this transcontinental journey through the Red Centre of Australia. The Ghan offers a weekly return journey between Adelaide and Darwin, and in either direction provides two nights aboard this legendary train. Marvel at the spectacular Australian landscapes; from the rusty reds of the MacDonnell Ranges surrounding Alice Springs, gateway to Ayers Rock and the Red Centre, then north to Tennant Creek, Katherine and the tropical splendor of Darwin. Off-train touring is a feature of the new journey, providing the chance to learn more about the unique desert flora and fauna.
Northbound
Adelaide to Darwin
Sunday
All Year
Wednesday
April 4 - October 10
Depart Adelaide
12.20 pm
12.20 pm
Monday
Thursday
Arrive Alice Springs
1.45 pm
1.45 pm
Depart Alice Springs
6.00 pm
6.00 pm
Tuesday
Friday
Arrive Katherine
9.00 am
9.00 am
Depart Katherine
1.00 pm
1:00 pm
Arrive Darwin
5.30 pm
6.30 pm
The Darwin Train Station is situated approximately 20 minutes south of the city centre. Complimentary coach
transfers are provided for Gold guests to/from the following hotels: Crowne Plaza Hotel,
Darwin Central, Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Esplanade, Mirambeena Resort, SKYCITY Darwin Hotel and Novotel Atrium.
Southbound
Darwin to Adelaide
Wednesday
All Year
Saturday
April 7 - October 13
Depart Darwin
10.00am
9.00am
Arrive Katherine
1.40pm
12.40pm
Depart Katherine
6.20pm
4.45pm
Thursday
Sunday
Arrive Alice Springs
9.10am
11.15am
Depart Alice Springs
12.45pm
3.15pm
Friday
Monday
Arrive Adelaide
12.30pm
12.30pm
The Darwin Train Station is situated approximately 20 minutes south of the city centre. Complimentary coach
transfers are provided for Gold guests to/from the following hotels: Crowne Plaza Hotel,
Darwin Central, Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Esplanade, Mirambeena Resort, SKYCITY Darwin Hotel and Novotel Atrium.
Prices are per person in Australian dollar and do not include taxes and fees. Prices are subject to change without notice. Gold and Platinum fares include all meals and private compartments.
(*) Indicates a non-refundable or changeable fare.
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