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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ayr to Melbourne

Composite routes from Ayr to Melbourne

Cheapest
29 h 56 min
Car
2493 km.
from $137
Other
4 h 55 min
Taxi, Plane
2040 km.
from $377.24
45 h 1 min
2040 km.
from $293.54
2 d 4 h 12 min
2040 km.
from $565.34
6 h 43 min
Train, Plane
2040 km.
from $395.96
2 d 21 h 34 min
2040 km.
from $5063.02
3 d 2 h 15 min
Bus, Train
2040 km.
from $2500.85

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 Ayr to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
21h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$119.57–$304.35
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$206.52
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.09–$184.78

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Ayr to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
22h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$92.39–$130.43
Bus from Ayr to Chermside
Ave. Duration:
21h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$92.39–$130.43

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Townsville Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$108.70–$402.17
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$521.74

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Townsville Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$652.17
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$521.74

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Townsville Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
5h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$652.17
Plane from Proserpine/Whitsunday Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$108.70–$706.52

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 Ayr to Roma
Ave. Duration:
18h 1m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$40.22–$2,869.10
Train from Ayr to Proserpine
Ave. Duration:
2h 7m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$5.43–$395.01

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 Ayr to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Ayr to Melbourne is to train via Sydney which costs $92.39 - $3152.17 and takes 45h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ayr to Melbourne is to taxi and fly which takes 4h 55m and costs $250 - $489.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Ayr and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Ayr to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Roma Street Stop 125 at Transit Centre, Brisbane and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 4h.

Is there a direct train between Ayr and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Ayr and arriving at Southern Cross via Roma Street Station and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45h 1m.

How far is it from Ayr to Melbourne?

The distance between Ayr and Melbourne is 2170 km. The road distance is 2499.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ayr to Melbourne without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 45h 1m and costs $92.39 - $3152.17 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Ayr to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ayr to Melbourne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ayr to Melbourne train from?

Ayr to Melbourne train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Ayr station.

Train or bus from Ayr to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Ayr to Melbourne is to train via Sydney which takes 45h 1m and costs $92.39 - $3152.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $217.39 - $706.52 and takes 2 days 4h.

Where does the Ayr to Melbourne bus arrive?

Ayr to Melbourne bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

What is the time difference between Ayr and Melbourne?

Melbourne is 1h ahead of Ayr. It is currently 13:34 in Ayr and 14:34 in Melbourne.

Where does the Ayr to Melbourne train arrive?

Ayr to Melbourne train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Ayr to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ayr to Melbourne is 2499 km. It takes approximately 29h 52m to drive from Ayr 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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