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Sydney to Melbourne Airport

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852 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Sydney to Melbourne Airport

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Cheapest
By car (852 km)
8 h 47 min
852 km.
from $46
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Plane to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine Airport)
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Rideshare
8 h 47 min
852 km.
from $11.11
Train, Plane (Train to Newcastle Airport)
5 h 56 min
711 km.
from $116.85
Train, Plane (Train to Wollongong)
5 h 7 min
711 km.
from $233.35

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.93–$8.84
Train from Martin Place Station to Albion
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.29–$6.95
Bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.14–$36.63

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

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 Newcastle Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$53.05–$366.30

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 Newcastle Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$53.05–$568.39

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Sydney Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$94.73–$391.56
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.05–$517.87
Plane from Wollongong to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$151.57–$328.41

Link Airways

Website:
linkairways.com/
Plane from Wollongong to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$151.57–$328.41

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Broadmeadows
Ave. Duration:
10h 17m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$46.73–$176.83

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is to bus via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St which costs $10.87 - $42.39 and takes 12h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is to fly which takes 2h 53m and costs $54.35 - $250 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Melbourne Airport (MEL). However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Melbourne Airport T3 Skybus via Southern Cross Coach Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 54m.

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

The distance between Sydney and Melbourne Airport (MEL) is 717 km. The road distance is 853.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (MEL) 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 Airport (MEL)?

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (MEL), including transfers.

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

Sydney to Melbourne Airport (MEL) bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Central Station.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is to fly which takes 2h 53m and costs $54.35 - $250 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40.22 - $152.17 and takes 10h 50m, you could also bus, which costs $47.83 - $195.65 and takes 11h 54m.

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

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

Can I drive from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is 854 km. It takes approximately 8h 47m to drive from Sydney to Melbourne Airport (MEL).

Where can I stay near Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

There are 3766+ hotels available in Melbourne Airport (MEL). Prices start at $77.84 per night.
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