Broken Hill to Darwin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Broken Hill from Darwin?

The distance from Broken Hill to Darwin is 1506.3 miles (2424.1 km) as the crow flies. Darwin is located NNW of Broken Hill. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1942.8 miles, taking about 33h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 32min. Both are located in Australia — Broken Hill in New South Wales and Darwin in Northern Territory.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Broken Hill and Darwin. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.