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Canberra to Melbourne Central Station

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Five ways to Travel from Canberra to Melbourne Central Station

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Cheapest
By car (647 km)
6 h 50 min
647 km.
from $35
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Rideshare
6 h 50 min
647 km.
from $8.44
Bus, Train
8 h 23 min
465 km.
from $74.27
Train
10 h 50 min
466 km.
from $114.87

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:
$81.52–$445.65

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.78–$358.70

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.78–$358.70

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$445.65

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:
$3.70–$5.98

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Canberra to Southern
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$59.78–$141.30
Bus from Canberra to Albury
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.78–$70.65

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:
$2.93–$18.48

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:
$16.30–$103.26
Train from Goulburn Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
8h 17m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$32.61–$141.30

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:
$5.33–$7.07

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Canberra to Melbourne Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Melbourne Central Station is to train which costs $39.13 - $152.17 and takes 10h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canberra to Melbourne Central Station?

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Melbourne Central Station is to fly which takes 3h 18m and costs $65.22 - $260.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Melbourne Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Canberra and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Canberra and Melbourne Central Station?

No, there is no direct train from Canberra station to Melbourne Central Station. However, there are services departing from Canberra Station and arriving at Melbourne Central via Goulburn Station and Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 50m.

How far is it from Canberra to Melbourne Central Station?

The distance between Canberra and Melbourne Central Station is 502 km. The road distance is 653.7 km.

How do I travel from Canberra to Melbourne Central Station without a car?

The best way to get from Canberra to Melbourne Central Station without a car is to bus which takes 8h 17m and costs $59.78 - $141.30 .

How long does it take to get from Canberra to Melbourne Central Station?

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Canberra to Melbourne Central Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Melbourne Central Station bus from?

Canberra to Melbourne Central Station bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Canberra station.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Melbourne Central Station train from?

Canberra to Melbourne Central Station train services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Canberra Station.

Train, bus or fly from Canberra to Melbourne Central Station?

The best way to get from Canberra to Melbourne Central Station is to fly which takes 3h 18m and costs $65.22 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $59.78 - $141.30 and takes 8h 17m, you could also train, which costs $39.13 - $152.17 and takes 10h 50m.

Where does the Canberra to Melbourne Central Station bus arrive?

Canberra to Melbourne Central Station bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Canberra to Melbourne Central Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Canberra to Melbourne Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Melbourne Central Station is 654 km. It takes approximately 6h 49m to drive from Canberra to Melbourne Central Station.

Where can I stay near Melbourne Central Station?

There are 4421+ hotels available in Melbourne Central Station. Prices start at $77.84 per night.
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