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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Canberra to Melbourne Cbd

Composite routes from Canberra to Melbourne Cbd

Cheapest
6 h 52 min
Car
647 km.
from $35
Fastest
1 h 18 min
Plane
Other
8 h 17 min
Bus, Train
465 km.
from $70.98
10 h 44 min
466 km.
from $109.91

Transport providers

Airlines

Qatar Airways

Website:
qatarairways.com/en-au/homepage.html
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.40–$521.52

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.96–$419.76

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.96–$419.76

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.40–$521.52

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Canberra Station to Goulburn
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$4.32–$7.00

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Canberra to Southern
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$69.96–$165.36
Bus from Canberra to Albury
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.70–$82.68

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Canberra to Albury
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.43–$21.62

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Albury to Southern
Ave. Duration:
3h 19m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.08–$120.84
Train from Goulburn Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
8h 17m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$38.16–$165.36

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Albury to Southern
Ave. Duration:
3h 42m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.23–$8.27

Questions and Answers

What is the most affordable way to travel from Canberra to Melbourne CBD?

The most affordable way to travel from Canberra to Melbourne CBD is to take a train, which costs $42.14 to $178.77 and takes 10 hours and 44 minutes.

What is the quickest mode of transport between Canberra and Melbourne CBD?

The quickest mode of transport between Canberra and Melbourne CBD is to fly which takes 3 hours and 1 minute and costs $76.62 - $306.46.

Does this bus service go directly from Canberra to Melbourne?

Yes, the bus service travels directly from Canberra to Melbourne.

Canberra and Melbourne have a direct train service?

No, there is no direct train from Canberra station to Melbourne CBD. However, there are services departing from Canberra Station and arriving at Southern Cross via Goulburn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 44m.

Is there a direct flight between Canberra and Melbourne CBD?

Yes, there are direct flights between Canberra and Melbourne CBD; these take 1h 10m and cost $63.85 - $280.92.

How many kilometers is it from Canberra to Melbourne CBD?

501 km. 653.9 km.

How can I travel from Canberra to Melbourne CBD without a car?

The best way to get from Canberra to Melbourne CBD without a car is to bus which takes 8 hours and costs $70.23 - $166.00.

How long does it take to get from Canberra to Melbourne CBD?

It takes approximately 3 hours and 1 minute to get from Canberra to Melbourne CBD, including transfers.

Where can I find the Canberra to Melbourne CBD train from?

Transport for NSW operates Canberra to Melbourne CBD train services from Canberra Station.

What is the fastest way to travel from Canberra to Melbourne CBD?

The fastest way to travel from Canberra to Melbourne CBD is to fly which takes 3h 1m and costs $76.62 - $306.46. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70.23 - $166.00 and takes 8h, you could also train, which costs $42.14 - $178.77 and takes 10h 44m.

Canberra to Melbourne CBD bus arrives at which station?

Greyhound Australia operates Canberra to Melbourne CBD bus services and they arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Canberra to Melbourne CBD train arrive?

Canberra to Melbourne CBD train services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Goulburn Station.

Can you drive from Canberra to Melbourne CBD?

The driving distance between Canberra and Melbourne CBD is 654 kilometers. It takes approximately 6 hours and 50 minutes to drive from Canberra to Melbourne CBD.

Where can I find accommodation near Melbourne CBD?

There are 4426+ hotels available in Melbourne CBD. Prices start at $91.44 per night.
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