Darwin bus timetable guide
This guide brings together selected Darwin and Palmerston public bus timetables in one place. Use it to find route pages for buses serving Casuarina, Darwin city, Palmerston, the hospital precinct, northern suburbs and the orbital limited stop services.
Each route page includes a mobile-friendly timetable, main stops, route notes, related routes and links back to this Darwin bus timetable hub.
How to use this guide
- Choose a route: Select the bus route that best matches your trip.
- Check the direction: Many routes have separate sections for each direction.
- Check the day: Weekday, Saturday, Sunday and public holiday services can differ.
- Arrive early: Scheduled times can be affected by traffic and weather.
Casuarina and northern suburbs routes
Darwin city and inner-suburb routes
| Route | Main areas served |
|---|---|
| 6 | Darwin, Museum, Fannie Bay and Parap |
| 7 | Darwin, Stuart Park, Bayview and Tipperary Waters |
| 14 | Darwin, Cullen Bay, Waterfront and Convention Centre |
Express and cross-suburban routes
Palmerston local routes
Popular Darwin bus route groups
Casuarina and northern suburbs
For trips around Casuarina, Royal Darwin Hospital, Tiwi, Wanguri, Leanyer, Alawa, Nightcliff, Karama and nearby suburbs, start with Routes 1, 1h, 2, 3, 4, 10, 11, 12 and 24.
Darwin city and inner suburbs
For shorter city and inner-suburb trips, Routes 6, 7 and 14 cover areas such as Darwin, Fannie Bay, Parap, Stuart Park, Bayview, Cullen Bay and the Waterfront.
Palmerston and cross-city services
For Palmerston and services between Palmerston, Darwin and Casuarina, check Routes 8, 9, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74, 76, 77, 78, 87 and 88.
Orbital and express services
Routes OL1 and OL2 are useful limited stop orbital services linking Casuarina, Palmerston and Darwin. Express and semi-express services such as Routes 21, 22 and 25 can also be useful if their timetable matches your travel time.
Travel notes
Public holiday timetables may differ from ordinary weekday services. There are no public bus services on Good Friday and Christmas Day. Always check the relevant route page before travelling.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I find Darwin bus timetables?
You can use the route links on this page to open individual Darwin and Palmerston bus timetable pages. Each route page includes a mobile-friendly timetable grouped by direction and day type.
You may be interested in:
>>>Exploring Australia’s 15 Weirdest and Most Wonderful Museums
>>>
Australia’s Hidden Gems: 15 Most Beautiful Small Towns
Are Darwin bus times the same every day?
No. Weekday, Saturday, Sunday and public holiday services can differ. Some routes also have limited or special services, so always check the correct day before travelling.
Which bus routes connect Casuarina and Darwin?
Several routes are useful for travel between Casuarina, northern suburbs and Darwin, including Route 4 and Route 10. Route 5 may also be useful depending on your exact stop.
Which bus routes serve Palmerston?
Palmerston routes include Route 8 between Palmerston and Darwin, Route 9 between Palmerston and Casuarina, and local Palmerston routes such as 70, 71, 72, 73, 74, 76, 77, 78, 87 and 88.
Do all buses run on public holidays?
Public holiday services can be different from weekday services. There are no public bus services on Good Friday and Christmas Day.