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Sydney to City of Melbourne

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Rideshare
8 h 58 min
858 km.
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Bus, Plane
5 h 15 min
712 km.
from $165.05

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

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

Bus operators

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:
$42.95–$59.37

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$88.42–$214.73
Bus from Sydney Domestic Airport to Southern
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 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 to City of Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to City of Melbourne is to train which costs $41.30 - $152.17 and takes 11h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney to City of Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Sydney to City of Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 34m and costs $65.22 - $260.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and City of Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Central Station station and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and City of Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Central Station station and arriving at Southern Cross. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 50m.

How far is it from Sydney to City of Melbourne?

The distance between Sydney and City of Melbourne is 741 km. The road distance is 864.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to City of Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 11h 5m and costs $41.30 - $152.17 .

How long does it take to get from Sydney to City of Melbourne?

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Sydney to City of Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to City of Melbourne bus from?

Sydney to City of Melbourne bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Sydney to City of Melbourne train from?

Sydney to City of Melbourne train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Sydney to City of Melbourne?

The best way to get from Sydney to City of Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 34m and costs $65.22 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $41.30 - $152.17 and takes 11h 5m, you could also bus, which costs $36.96 - $184.78 and takes 11h 27m.

Where does the Sydney to City of Melbourne bus arrive?

Sydney to City of Melbourne bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Sydney to City of Melbourne train arrive?

Sydney to City of Melbourne train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Sydney to City of Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to City of Melbourne is 865 km. It takes approximately 8h 56m to drive from Sydney to City of Melbourne.

Where can I stay near City of Melbourne?

There are 4421+ hotels available in City of Melbourne. Prices start at $77.84 per night.
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