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Eight ways to Travel from Brisbane to Melbourne

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Cheapest
By car (1 745 km)
18 h 15 min
1745 km.
from $95
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Plane from Brisbane (Gold Coast Airport) to Melbourne (Tullamarine Airport)
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Rideshare
18 h 15 min
1745 km.
from $22.76
Train via Sydney
26 h
1374 km.
from $87.74
Bus
29 h 23 min
1374 km.
from $322.93
Train, Plane
6 h 4 min
1373 km.
from $162.13
Bus, Plane (Fly Brisbane Airport to Avalon Airport)
6 h 5 min
1373 km.
from $292.95
Bus, Plane (Bus to Sunshine Coast Airport)
6 h 51 min
1373 km.
from $184.63

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Varsity
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.02–$5.98

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 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

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:
$11.22

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Maroochydore
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.22–$20.65

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$597.83
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$478.26
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$489.13
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$521.74

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$597.83
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$652.17
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$489.13
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$706.52

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$597.83
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$103.26–$597.83
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$652.17

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

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 Brisbane (Station) to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane (Station) to Melbourne is to train via Sydney which costs $52.17 - $184.78 and takes 26h.

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

The fastest way to get from Brisbane (Station) to Melbourne is to fly which takes 4h 19m and costs $97.83 - $358.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Brisbane (Station) and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Brisbane (Station) to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Brisbane and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Brisbane (Station) and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brisbane and arriving at Southern Cross. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 2 days 2h.

How far is it from Brisbane (Station) to Melbourne?

The distance between Brisbane (Station) and Melbourne is 1416 km. The road distance is 1750 km.

How do I travel from Brisbane (Station) to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Brisbane (Station) to Melbourne without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 26h and costs $52.17 - $184.78 .

How long does it take to get from Brisbane (Station) to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Brisbane (Station) to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brisbane (Station) to Melbourne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Brisbane (Station) to Melbourne train from?

Brisbane (Station) to Melbourne train services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Roma Street Station.

Train, bus or fly from Brisbane (Station) to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Brisbane (Station) to Melbourne is to fly which takes 4h 19m and costs $97.83 - $358.70 . Alternatively, you can train via Sydney, which costs $52.17 - $184.78 and takes 26h, you could also bus, which costs $119.57 - $391.30 and takes 29h 23m.

Where does the Brisbane (Station) to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Brisbane (Station) and Melbourne?

Melbourne is 1h ahead of Brisbane (Station). It is currently 09:50 in Brisbane (Station) and 10:50 in Melbourne.

Where does the Brisbane (Station) to Melbourne train arrive?

Brisbane (Station) to Melbourne train services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Brisbane (Station) to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Brisbane (Station) to Melbourne is 1750 km. It takes approximately 18h 29m to drive from Brisbane (Station) 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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