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996 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Newcastle to Melbourne

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By car (996 km)
10 h 32 min
996 km.
from $54
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Rideshare
10 h 32 min
996 km.
from $12.99
Train
14 h 24 min
822 km.
from $125.33
Bus
14 h 55 min
822 km.
from $165.33
Train, Plane
5 h 49 min
821 km.
from $110.47
Train, Bus
15 h 44 min
822 km.
from $205.22

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Newcastle Interchange to Central
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.24–$7.61

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 Newcastle to Central
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.74–$34.78
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.09–$184.78
Bus from Sydney Domestic Airport to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$81.52–$195.65

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Newcastle to Central
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$18.48–$26.09

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$45.65–$315.22
Plane from Sydney Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$46.74–$347.83

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$45.65–$489.13
Plane from Sydney Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$347.83

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$445.65
Plane from Sydney Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$336.96

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 Newcastle to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Melbourne is to train which costs $44.57 - $163.04 and takes 14h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 40m and costs $54.35 - $336.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Interchange and arriving at Southern Cross via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 24m.

How far is it from Newcastle to Melbourne?

The distance between Newcastle and Melbourne is 879 km. The road distance is 1003.1 km.

How do I travel from Newcastle to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 14h 24m and costs $44.57 - $163.04 .

How long does it take to get from Newcastle to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Newcastle to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Melbourne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Melbourne train from?

Newcastle to Melbourne train services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Newcastle Interchange station.

Train, bus or fly from Newcastle to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 40m and costs $54.35 - $336.96 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $44.57 - $163.04 and takes 14h 24m, you could also bus, which costs $54.35 - $228.26 and takes 14h 55m.

Where does the Newcastle to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Newcastle and Melbourne?

It is currently 01:36 at both, Newcastle and Melbourne.

Where does the Newcastle to Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Newcastle to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to Melbourne is 1003 km. It takes approximately 10h 33m to drive from Newcastle 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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