HUB hero image

How to Travel from

Brisbane Airport to Melbourne

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

Brisbane Airport
→
+0 →
Melbourne
Transport search to Melbourne
Simply select points
A and B, and we will create
a convenient route for you 👍
Australia Brisbane Airport Melbourne
Brisbane Airport
→
+0 →
Melbourne
Building a composite car route
Simply select points
A and B, and we will create
a convenient route for you 👍
To build a composite route, click the "Add point" button.
You can also move and delete intermediate points.
Cheapest
Best Offer!
Car
18 h 22 min
1754 km.
from $96
Composite Route Car Only

Six ways to Travel from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne

Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (1 754 km)
18 h 22 min
1754 km.
from $96
Fastest
Plane from Brisbane Airport (Gold Coast Airport) to Melbourne (Tullamarine Airport)
Select a ticket
Other
Rideshare
18 h 22 min
1754 km.
from $22.88
Train via Sydney
27 h 24 min
1384 km.
from $98.04
Bus
30 h 34 min
1384 km.
from $337.30
Bus, Plane
4 h 35 min
1385 km.
from $287.55

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:
$12.72–$34.34

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:
$43.25–$59.78

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$241.68
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$89.04–$216.24

SkyBus

Phone:
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
Email:
Website:
skybus.com.au
Bus from Avalon Airport to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$13.13

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$699.59
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.92–$572.39

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$699.59
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$139.92–$572.39

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.20–$699.59

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:
$48.34–$178.08

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:
$2,555.31–$3,313.52

Questions and Answers

What is the most economical way to travel from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne?

The most economical way to travel from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne is to take a train via Sydney which costs $70.23 - $229.85 and takes 27h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne is to fly which takes 2h 49m and costs $108.54 - $395.85.

Is there a direct bus service from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Brisbane International and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30 hours and 34 minutes.

Can you get a direct train from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Brisbane Airport station to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from International Airport Station and arriving at Southern Cross via Roma Street Station and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 24m.

How far is it from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne?

The distance between Brisbane Airport (BNE) and Melbourne is 1401 km. The road distance is 1757.8 km.

How can I travel from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 27h 24m and costs $70.23 - $229.85.

How long does it take to get from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne by air?

It takes approximately 2 hours and 49 minutes to get from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne by air, including transfers.

Where can I catch the Greyhound Australia bus from to get to Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne?

Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Brisbane station.

Where can I catch the Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne train from?

Transport for NSW operates Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne train services from Roma Street Station.

How can you travel from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne is to fly which takes 2h 49m and costs $108.54 - $395.85. Alternatively, you can train via Sydney, which costs $70.23 - $229.85 and takes 27h 24m, you could also bus, which costs $140.46 - $498.00 and takes 30h 34m.

Where does the Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne bus arrive?

The Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.

What time is it in Melbourne compared to Brisbane Airport?

Melbourne is 1 hour ahead of Brisbane Airport. It is currently 20:01 in Brisbane Airport (BNE) and 21:01 in Melbourne.

Where does the Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne train arrive?

Transport for NSW operates Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne train services that arrive at Central Station.

How far is it from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne by car?

1758 kilometers

What are the airlines that fly from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Jetstar, Qantas and Virgin Australia offer flights from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne Airport.
→
+0 →
Transport search
Transport search