When you move to the Northern Territory you can get around by using public transport, taxi, share rides and even e-scooter and e-bikes in some regions.
Public transport in the NT
Public buses run seven days a week except Christmas Day and Good Friday.
You can find out more information about bus timetables, tickets and routes on the Northern Territory Government website.
To track real-time information about public buses you can also download the Northern Territory Bus tracker app.
Road conditions can change rapidly depending on the time of year you are travelling. If you are travelling around the Territory, it’s always good to check the NT Road Report website. It provides up-to-date information on all government-controlled roads.
Rideshare services such as Uber are also available in Darwin. Just download the app or find out more on the Uber website.
Taxis can be booked online, by phone, directly at taxi ranks, or hailed on the street.
Taxis operate 24 hours a day in Darwin and surrounds
Darwin Radio Taxis - phone 131 008 or +61 8 8985 0700
Blue Taxi Company - phone 13 82 94 or +61 8 8980 3777
Some taxi services are not available in regional areas. Please check when you make your booking.
E-scooters and e-bikes operate in the Darwin CBD and certain operating zones. They are unlocked using a smartphone app and are fitted with GPS tracking so that users and the operator can find them.
You will need to be at least 18 years old to ride an e-scooter or e-bike in Darwin.
For more information, go to the Darwin City Council website.
There are 2 passenger ferry services operating from Darwin:
- Cullen Bay to Mandorah
- Cullen Bay to Tiwi Islands.
The Northern Territory Government has an agreement with Sealink NT to operate the ferry service.
For timetables and fares, go to the Sealink NT website.
The Territory has plenty of cycling and walking paths . To view each region’s cycling and walking paths, visit the cycling and walking page where maps are stored.
Bus' in the NT
Public buses in the Territory have an easy-access low floor and are fitted with ramps that provide access for standard wheelchairs and light weight mobility aids.
Find out more about buses and mobility aids
Free bus for Palmerston seniors and mobility impaired
This is a free service for seniors and mobility impaired Palmerston residents. It runs to and from the medical facilities three times per day, Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays.
The shuttle bus is subject to availability and 24 hours prior notice is essential. Learn how to book your appointment.
NT transport subsidy and incentive schemes
If you have a permanent disability or mobility restriction that prevents you from using public transport, you may be eligible for the:
- transport subsidy scheme (TSS)
- lift incentive scheme (LIS).
You can use the above for taxi services in the Territory.
For more information, read about transport subsidy and incentive schemes.
Buses in the Northern Territory are managed by the Department of Infrastructure, Planning and Logistics
To travel on a public bus in Darwin and Alice Springs, you need a valid ticket or Tap and Ride card
View rules for catching public buses in the Territory
Find out more about bus tickets and fares.
Find out more about bus interchange locations.
Find out more about catching a bus in a rural area.
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