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How to Travel from

Brisbane to Melbourne Airport

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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 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.02–$5.98
Train from Fortitude Valley station, platform 4 to Landsborough
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.59–$5.11

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
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
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Byron
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$18.48–$26.09

Byron Easy Bus

Phone:
+612 6685 7447
Website:
byronbayshuttle.com.au
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Byron
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$34.78–$41.30

Brisbane 2 Byron Express Bus

Phone:
+61 (0)2 6685 7447
Website:
brisbane2byron.com/
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Byron
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$36.96–$45.48

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 Brisbane Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$489.13
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$478.26
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$521.74
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$81.52–$358.70

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 Brisbane Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$489.13
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$652.17
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$706.52
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$81.52–$358.70

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
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
4h 2m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$108.70–$402.17

Train operators

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:
$40.22–$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:
$2,183.60–$2,831.51

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is to train via Sydney which costs $51.09 - $184.78 and takes 26h.

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

The fastest way to get from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is to fly which takes 3h 46m and costs $86.96 - $347.83 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport (MEL). However, there are services departing from Brisbane and arriving at Melbourne Airport T3 Skybus/Arrival Dr via Central Station and Skybus Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 43m.

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

The distance between Brisbane and Melbourne Airport (MEL) is 1393 km. The road distance is 1738.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport (MEL) without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 26h and costs $51.09 - $184.78 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport (MEL), including transfers.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is to fly which takes 3h 46m and costs $86.96 - $347.83 . Alternatively, you can train via Sydney, which costs $51.09 - $184.78 and takes 26h, you could also bus, which costs $130.43 - $413.04 and takes 29h 43m.

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

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

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

Melbourne Airport (MEL) is 1h ahead of Brisbane. It is currently 09:49 in Brisbane and 10:49 in Melbourne Airport (MEL).

Can I drive from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

Yes, the driving distance between Brisbane to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is 1738 km. It takes approximately 18h 20m to drive from Brisbane to Melbourne Airport (MEL).

Where can I stay near Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

There are 3766+ hotels available in Melbourne Airport (MEL). Prices start at $77.84 per night.
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