Has anyone driven from Melbourne to Darwin?

Question

Looking for an interesting and challenging drive through Australia but a quieter route than coastal. Has anyone done this route?

Answer 1

We have gone from Sydney to Darwin. Went down to Port Augusta, then straight up the Centre, out to Uluru, then back to Alice Springs, then up to Darwin, then back via qld.

It is a beautiful drive, no speed limit in NT on the main highway either. I wouldn't call it challenging though, unless you are going to go to remote spots, which would be great.