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861 km.
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861 km.
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8 h 57 min
861 km.
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3 h 57 min
712 km.
from $167.40

Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.31–$404.19
Plane from Avalon Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$50.52–$378.93

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.36–$404.19
Plane from Avalon Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$50.52–$378.93

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$94.73–$391.56

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 18m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$48.00–$176.83

Bus operators

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
10h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.95–$59.37

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
11h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$94.73–$227.36

SkyBus

Phone:
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
Email:
Website:
skybus.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$13.04

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Sydney CBD?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Sydney CBD is to bus via Liverpool Station, Stand G which costs $36.96 - $54.35 and takes 11h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Sydney CBD?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Sydney CBD is to fly which takes 3h 9m and costs $70.65 - $260.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne CBD and Sydney CBD?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne CBD to Sydney CBD. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Town Hall, Park St, Stand K via Liverpool Station, Stand G. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne CBD and Sydney CBD?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne CBD to Sydney CBD station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross and arriving at Wynyard Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 24m.

How far is it from Melbourne CBD to Sydney CBD?

The distance between Melbourne CBD and Sydney CBD is 737 km. The road distance is 866.1 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne CBD to Sydney CBD without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne CBD to Sydney CBD without a car is to train which takes 11h 24m and costs $42.39 - $163.04 .

How long does it take to get from Melbourne CBD to Sydney CBD?

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Melbourne CBD to Sydney CBD, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne CBD to Sydney CBD bus from?

Melbourne CBD to Sydney CBD bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne CBD to Sydney CBD train from?

Melbourne CBD to Sydney CBD train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Southern Cross station.

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne CBD to Sydney CBD?

The best way to get from Melbourne CBD to Sydney CBD is to fly which takes 3h 9m and costs $70.65 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $42.39 - $163.04 and takes 11h 24m, you could also bus via Liverpool Station, Stand G, which costs $36.96 - $54.35 and takes 11h 35m.

Where does the Melbourne CBD to Sydney CBD bus arrive?

Melbourne CBD to Sydney CBD bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Liverpool station.

Where does the Melbourne CBD to Sydney CBD train arrive?

Melbourne CBD to Sydney CBD train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne CBD to Sydney CBD?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne CBD to Sydney CBD is 866 km. It takes approximately 8h 58m to drive from Melbourne CBD to Sydney CBD.

Which airlines fly from Melbourne Airport Airport to Sydney Airport Airport?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas offer flights from Melbourne Airport Airport to Sydney Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near Sydney CBD?

There are 3559+ hotels available in Sydney CBD. Prices start at $76 per night.
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