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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Atherton to Melbourne

Composite routes from Atherton to Melbourne

Cheapest
33 h 26 min
Car
2857 km.
from $157
Other
8 h 29 min
Bus, Plane
2285 km.
from $206.90
2 d 4 h 48 min
2283 km.
from $2243.97
2 d 15 h 5 min
2284 km.
from $471.13
12 h 24 min
Bus, Plane
2285 km.
from $435.16
3 d 7 h 55 min
Bus, Train
2284 km.
from $2649.28
3 d 12 h 44 min
Bus, Train
2284 km.
from $2660.15

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
14h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.87–$29.35

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.96–$51.09

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.09–$184.78
Bus from Cairns to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
30h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$163.04–$413.04

SkyBus

Phone:
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
Email:
Website:
skybus.com.au
Bus from Avalon Airport to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$11.22

Trans North Bus & Coach

Phone:
+61 7 3036 2070
Website:
transnorthbus.com.au/
Bus from Atherton to Smithfield
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$16.30–$23.91
Bus from Atherton to Cairns
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.30–$26.09

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
29h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$119.57–$163.04
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$65.22–$92.39

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Cairns to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$315.22
Plane from Cairns to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$217.39–$706.52

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$543.48
Plane from Cairns to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$206.52–$706.52

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$369.57

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$41.30–$152.17

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Gordonvale to Roma
Ave. Duration:
24h 54m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$52.17–$3,793.93
Train from Cairns Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
25h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$52.17–$3,844.23

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Southern
Ave. Duration:
2d 2h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$2,183.60–$2,831.51

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Atherton to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Atherton to Melbourne is to bus and fly which costs $108.70 - $304.35 and takes 8h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Atherton to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Atherton to Melbourne is to bus and fly which takes 8h 29m and costs $108.70 - $304.35 .

Is there a direct bus between Atherton and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Atherton to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Atherton and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Cairns Central Station, Brisbane Roma Street and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 15h.

How far is it from Atherton to Melbourne?

The distance between Atherton and Melbourne is 2445 km. The road distance is 2851.2 km.

How do I travel from Atherton to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Atherton to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 2 days 4h and costs $195.65 - $4130.43 .

How long does it take to get from Atherton to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 8h 29m to get from Atherton to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Atherton to Melbourne bus from?

Atherton to Melbourne bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, depart from Atherton station.

Train or bus from Atherton to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Atherton to Melbourne is to train which takes 2 days 4h and costs $195.65 - $4130.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $228.26 - $467.39 and takes 2 days 15h.

Where does the Atherton to Melbourne bus arrive?

Atherton to Melbourne bus services, operated by Trans North Bus & Coach, arrive at Cairns Central Station.

What is the time difference between Atherton and Melbourne?

Melbourne is 1h ahead of Atherton. It is currently 05:20 in Atherton and 06:20 in Melbourne.

Can I drive from Atherton to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Atherton to Melbourne is 2851 km. It takes approximately 33h 30m to drive from Atherton to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 4420+ hotels available in Melbourne. Prices start at $77.84 per night.
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