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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Byron Bay to Melbourne

Composite routes from Byron Bay to Melbourne

Cheapest
16 h 41 min
Car
1593 km.
from $87
Other
25 h 56 min
Bus, Train
1296 km.
from $88.23
26 h
1296 km.
from $273.33
4 h 59 min
Bus, Plane
1296 km.
from $180.50
7 h 11 min
Bus, Plane
1296 km.
from $196.34
6 h 39 min
Bus, Plane
1296 km.
from $278.33
8 h 10 min
Bus, Plane
1296 km.
from $243.75

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Casino Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 44m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.24–$25.00
Bus from Byron Bay Interchange, Stand C to Casino
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.12–$4.57

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 Byron Bay to Central
Ave. Duration:
13h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$76.09–$173.91
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 Byron Bay to Central
Ave. Duration:
14h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.35–$81.52

Byron Easy Bus

Phone:
+612 6685 7447
Email:
Website:
byronbayshuttle.com.au
Bus from Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station to Gold
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$25.00–$30.43
Bus from Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$36.96–$44.57

Brisbane 2 Byron Express Bus

Phone:
+61 (0)2 6685 7447
Email:
Website:
brisbane2byron.com/
Bus from Byron Bay Bus Interchange Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$39.25–$50.00

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
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
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 Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$597.83
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$456.52
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
5h 51m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$97.83–$402.17

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
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
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 Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$597.83
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$456.52
Plane from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
5h 51m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$97.83–$402.17

Virgin Australia

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

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

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Byron Bay (Station) to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Byron Bay (Station) to Melbourne is to bus and train which costs $50 - $184.78 and takes 25h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Byron Bay (Station) to Melbourne is to fly which takes 4h 44m and costs $86.96 - $326.09 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Byron Bay (Station) to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Byron Bay and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h.

How far is it from Byron Bay (Station) to Melbourne?

The distance between Byron Bay (Station) and Melbourne is 1337 km. The road distance is 1598.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Byron Bay (Station) to Melbourne without a car is to bus and train which takes 25h 57m and costs $50 - $184.78 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Byron Bay (Station) to Melbourne, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Byron Bay (Station) to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Byron Bay (Station) to Melbourne is to fly which takes 4h 44m and costs $86.96 - $326.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $92.39 - $358.70 and takes 26h.

Where does the Byron Bay (Station) to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Byron Bay (Station) to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Byron Bay (Station) to Melbourne is 1598 km. It takes approximately 16h 55m to drive from Byron Bay (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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