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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.
from $35
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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 cheapest way to get from Canberra to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Melbourne is to train which costs $35.87 - $152.17 and takes 10h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 1m and costs $65.22 - $260.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Melbourne?

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?

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.

How far is it from Canberra to Melbourne?

The distance between Canberra and Melbourne is 501 km. The road distance is 654 km.

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

The best way to get from Canberra to Melbourne without a car is to bus which takes 8h and costs $54.35 - $130.43 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Canberra to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Melbourne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Canberra to Melbourne train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Canberra to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Canberra to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 1m and costs $65.22 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $54.35 - $130.43 and takes 8h, you could also train, which costs $35.87 - $152.17 and takes 10h 44m.

Where does the Canberra to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Canberra to Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Canberra to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Melbourne is 654 km. It takes approximately 6h 50m to drive from Canberra to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 4413+ hotels available in Melbourne. Prices start at $76.17 per night.
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