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Sydney Airport to Melbourne CBD

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Five ways to Travel from Sydney Airport to Melbourne Cbd

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By car (851 km)
8 h 49 min
851 km.
from $46
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Plane to Melbourne Cbd (Tullamarine Airport)
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Rideshare
8 h 49 min
851 km.
from $11.10
Bus, Plane (Fly to Avalon Airport)
3 h 40 min
705 km.
from $151.41
Bus, Plane (Fly to Bendigo Airport)
4 h 31 min
705 km.
from $224.48

Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.31–$404.19
Plane from Sydney Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$50.52–$378.93

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.36–$404.19
Plane from Sydney Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$50.52–$378.93
Plane from Sydney Airport to Bendigo
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$176.83–$757.86

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Sydney Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$94.73–$391.56

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:
$48.00–$176.83

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Bendigo to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 58m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.56–$7.58

Bus operators

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Liverpool to Southern
Ave. Duration:
10h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.95–$59.37

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Sydney International Airport to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$94.73–$227.36

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:
$13.04

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Melbourne CBD?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Melbourne CBD is to bus via Liverpool Station, Stand A which costs $51.09 - $70.65 and takes 12h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Melbourne CBD?

The fastest way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Melbourne CBD is to fly which takes 1h 59m and costs $54.35 - $239.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Sydney Airport (SYD) and Melbourne CBD?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sydney International Airport and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney Airport (SYD) and Melbourne CBD?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney Airport (SYD) station to Melbourne CBD. However, there are services departing from International Airport Station and arriving at Southern Cross via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 3m.

Is there a direct flight between Sydney Airport (SYD) and Melbourne CBD?

Yes, there are direct flights between Sydney Airport (SYD) and Melbourne CBD; these take 1h 30m and cost $46.74 - $228.26 .

How far is it from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Melbourne CBD?

The distance between Sydney Airport (SYD) and Melbourne CBD is 727 km. The road distance is 855.4 km.

How do I travel from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Melbourne CBD without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Melbourne CBD without a car is to bus which takes 11h 30m and costs $81.52 - $195.65 .

How long does it take to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Melbourne CBD?

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Melbourne CBD, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney Airport (SYD) to Melbourne CBD bus from?

Sydney Airport (SYD) to Melbourne CBD bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Sydney International Airport station.

Where do I catch the Sydney Airport (SYD) to Melbourne CBD train from?

Sydney Airport (SYD) to Melbourne CBD train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Melbourne CBD?

The best way to get from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Melbourne CBD is to fly which takes 1h 59m and costs $54.35 - $239.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $81.52 - $195.65 and takes 11h 30m, you could also train, which costs $52.17 - $173.91 and takes 12h 3m.

Where does the Sydney Airport (SYD) to Melbourne CBD bus arrive?

Sydney Airport (SYD) to Melbourne CBD bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Sydney Airport (SYD) to Melbourne CBD train arrive?

Sydney Airport (SYD) to Melbourne CBD train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Melbourne CBD?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney Airport (SYD) to Melbourne CBD is 855 km. It takes approximately 8h 47m to drive from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Melbourne CBD.

Where can I stay near Melbourne CBD?

There are 4426+ hotels available in Melbourne CBD. Prices start at $77.84 per night.
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