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Four ways to Travel from Sydney to Melbourne

Composite routes from Sydney to Melbourne

Cheapest
8 h 58 min
Car
858 km.
from $47
Other
8 h 58 min
Rideshare
858 km.
from $11.19
5 h 3 min
Bus, Plane
712 km.
from $164.54

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Southern
Ave. Duration:
13h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.14–$37.89

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Liverpool to Southern
Ave. Duration:
10h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$41.68–$58.10
Bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$41.68–$58.10

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$88.42–$214.73

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:
$12.76

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$53.05–$391.56
Plane from Sydney Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$46.73–$378.93

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.05–$391.56
Plane from Sydney Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$46.73–$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:
$46.73–$176.83

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Melbourne is to bus via Liverpool Station, Stand G which costs $38.04 - $54.35 and takes 12h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 22m and costs $65.22 - $260.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 station and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and 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 Melbourne?

The distance between Sydney and Melbourne is 740 km. The road distance is 865 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 10h 50m and costs $40.22 - $152.17 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Sydney to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Melbourne bus from?

Sydney to Melbourne bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Liverpool station.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Melbourne train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Sydney to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Sydney to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 22m and costs $65.22 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40.22 - $152.17 and takes 10h 50m, you could also bus via Liverpool Station, Stand G, which costs $38.04 - $54.35 and takes 12h 13m.

Where does the Sydney to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sydney to Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sydney to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Melbourne is 865 km. It takes approximately 8h 57m to drive from Sydney to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 4413+ hotels available in Melbourne. Prices start at $76.17 per night.
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