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How to Travel from

Brisbane to Melbourne Cup

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Central station, platform 1 to Varsity
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.80–$5.43
Train from Fortitude Valley station, platform 4 to Landsborough
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.48–$4.89

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:
$10.33–$28.26

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:
$34.78–$48.91

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$206.52
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$70.65–$173.91

Train operators

Metro Trains Melbourne

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
metrotrains.com.au/
Train from Werribee to Footscray
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.17

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Broadmeadows
Ave. Duration:
10h 17m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$39.13–$152.17

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Broadmeadows
Ave. Duration:
46h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$2,095.54–$2,717.33

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$597.83
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$510.87
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$467.39
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$456.52

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$652.17
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:
$108.70–$467.39
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$521.74

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–$543.48
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$597.83

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Melbourne Cup?

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Melbourne Cup is to train via Sydney which costs $52.17 - $184.78 and takes 26h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brisbane to Melbourne Cup?

The fastest way to get from Brisbane to Melbourne Cup is to fly which takes 5h and costs $103.26 - $358.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Brisbane and Melbourne Cup?

No, there is no direct bus from Brisbane to Melbourne Cup. However, there are services departing from Brisbane and arriving at Leeds St/Hopkins St via Central Station and Lonsdale St/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Brisbane and Melbourne Cup?

No, there is no direct train from Brisbane station to Melbourne Cup. However, there are services departing from Roma Street Station and arriving at Ascot Vale via Central Station and Broadmeadows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 21m.

How far is it from Brisbane to Melbourne Cup?

The distance between Brisbane and Melbourne Cup is 1421 km. The road distance is 1752.3 km.

How do I travel from Brisbane to Melbourne Cup without a car?

The best way to get from Brisbane to Melbourne Cup without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 26h 21m and costs $52.17 - $184.78 .

How long does it take to get from Brisbane to Melbourne Cup?

It takes approximately 5h to get from Brisbane to Melbourne Cup, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brisbane to Melbourne Cup bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Brisbane to Melbourne Cup train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Brisbane to Melbourne Cup?

The best way to get from Brisbane to Melbourne Cup is to fly which takes 5h and costs $103.26 - $358.70 . Alternatively, you can train via Sydney, which costs $52.17 - $184.78 and takes 26h 21m, you could also bus, which costs $119.57 - $380.43 and takes 30h 20m.

Where does the Brisbane to Melbourne Cup bus arrive?

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

Where does the Brisbane to Melbourne Cup train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brisbane to Melbourne Cup?

Yes, the driving distance between Brisbane to Melbourne Cup is 1752 km. It takes approximately 18h 30m to drive from Brisbane to Melbourne Cup.

Where can I stay near Melbourne Cup?

There are 4408+ hotels available in Melbourne Cup. Prices start at $74.70 per night.
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