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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Melbourne Central Station to Canberra

Composite routes from Melbourne Central Station to Canberra

Cheapest
6 h 55 min
Car
647 km.
from $35
Other
9 h 20 min
Train, Bus
466 km.
from $100.17
12 h 24 min
466 km.
from $114.89

Transport providers

Airlines

Qatar Airways

Website:
qatarairways.com/en-au/homepage.html
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$94.73–$479.98

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.47–$416.82

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.47–$416.82

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$94.73–$479.98

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Goulburn Station to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$4.29–$6.95

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$69.47–$164.20
Bus from Albury to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.42–$82.10

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Albury to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.41–$21.47

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Albury
Ave. Duration:
3h 19m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$18.95–$119.99
Train from Southern Cross to Goulburn
Ave. Duration:
8h 44m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$37.89–$164.20

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Southern Cross to Albury
Ave. Duration:
3h 36m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.19–$8.21

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Canberra?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Canberra is to train which costs $39.13 - $152.17 and takes 12h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Canberra?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Canberra is to fly which takes 3h 20m and costs $65.22 - $260.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Central Station and Canberra?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Canberra. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne Central Station and Canberra?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne Central Station to Canberra station. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Central and arriving at Canberra Station via Southern Cross and Goulburn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 24m.

How far is it from Melbourne Central Station to Canberra?

The distance between Melbourne Central Station and Canberra is 503 km. The road distance is 651.1 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne Central Station to Canberra without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Canberra without a car is to bus which takes 8h 17m and costs $59.78 - $141.30 .

How long does it take to get from Melbourne Central Station to Canberra?

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Melbourne Central Station to Canberra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Central Station to Canberra bus from?

Melbourne Central Station to Canberra bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Central Station to Canberra train from?

Melbourne Central Station to Canberra train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Southern Cross station.

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne Central Station to Canberra?

The best way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Canberra is to fly which takes 3h 20m and costs $65.22 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $59.78 - $141.30 and takes 8h 17m, you could also train, which costs $39.13 - $152.17 and takes 12h 24m.

Where does the Melbourne Central Station to Canberra bus arrive?

Melbourne Central Station to Canberra bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Canberra station.

Where does the Melbourne Central Station to Canberra train arrive?

Melbourne Central Station to Canberra train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Goulburn Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne Central Station to Canberra?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Central Station to Canberra is 651 km. It takes approximately 6h 54m to drive from Melbourne Central Station to Canberra.

Where can I stay near Canberra?

There are 646+ hotels available in Canberra. Prices start at $66.65 per night.
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