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Canberra to Melbourne

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Five ways to Travel from Canberra to Melbourne

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By car (648 km)
6 h 51 min
648 km.
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Rideshare
6 h 51 min
648 km.
from $8.45
Bus, Train
8 h 17 min
465 km.
from $68.91
Train
10 h 44 min
466 km.
from $109.78

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–$496.08

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.96–$407.04

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.96–$407.04

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.40–$496.08

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
Bus from Canberra Station, Coach Stop to Gundagai
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$9.54

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Gundagai to Southern
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.25–$58.51

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Canberra to Southern
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.60–$152.64
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:
$3.31–$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:
$6.11–$8.27

Questions and Answers

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

The most affordable way to travel from Canberra to Melbourne is to take a train which costs $42.14 - $178.77 and takes 10h 44m.

How long does it take to travel from Canberra to Melbourne by plane?

The flight from Canberra to Melbourne takes 3 hours and 1 minute and costs $76.62 to $306.46.

Does the bus journey take longer than 6 hours?

Yes, the journey takes approximately 8h.

Can you get a train directly from Canberra to Melbourne?

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

Canberra to Melbourne distance is how many kilometers?

501 kilometers

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

The best way to get from Canberra to Melbourne without a car is to bus which takes 8 hours and costs $63.85 to $153.23.

How long does it take to travel from Canberra to Melbourne?

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

Where can I catch the Canberra to Melbourne bus from?

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

Where can I catch the Canberra to Melbourne train from?

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

What is the most efficient way to travel from Canberra to Melbourne?

The most efficient way to travel from Canberra to Melbourne is to fly, which takes 3 hours and 1 minute and costs $76.62 to $306.46. Alternatively, you can take a bus, which costs $63.85 to $153.23 and takes 8 hours. You could also take the train, which costs $42.14 to $178.77 and takes 10 hours and 44 minutes.

Where does the Greyhound Australia bus arrive in Canberra to Melbourne route?

Greyhound Australia operates bus services from Canberra to Melbourne, arriving at the Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Canberra to Melbourne train arrive at?

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

Can you drive from Canberra to Melbourne?

654 kilometers. It takes approximately 6 hours and 50 minutes to drive from Canberra to Melbourne.

Where can I find accommodations near Melbourne?

There are 4413+ hotels available in Melbourne. Prices start at $89.49 per night.
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