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Seven ways to Travel from Rockhampton to Melbourne

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Cheapest
By car (1 957 km)
22 h 12 min
1957 km.
from $107
Other
Rideshare
22 h 12 min
1957 km.
from $25.53
Train via Sydney
35 h 5 min
1688 km.
from $196.74
Bus
42 h 2 min
1689 km.
from $456.85
Bus, Plane
7 h 44 min
1688 km.
from $368.21
Train
2 d 11 h 40 min
1688 km.
from $4332.33
Bus, Train
2 d 16 h 43 min
1688 km.
from $2456.30

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
14h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.87–$29.35

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 Rockhampton to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
11h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$70.65–$163.04
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$206.52
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.09–$184.78

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:
$11.22

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Rockhampton to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
12h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.35–$76.09
Bus from Rockhampton George Street to Chermside
Ave. Duration:
11h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.35–$76.09

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Rockhampton to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$163.04–$597.83

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Rockhampton to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
4h 51m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$532.61
Plane from Rockhampton to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$163.04–$597.83

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Rockhampton to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$445.65

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

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Rockhampton to Roma
Ave. Duration:
8h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.57–$1,447.82

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Southern
Ave. Duration:
2d 2h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$2,183.60–$2,831.51

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Rockhampton to Melbourne is to train via Sydney which costs $70.65 - $1630.43 and takes 35h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rockhampton to Melbourne is to fly which takes 4h 59m and costs $152.17 - $467.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Rockhampton and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Rockhampton to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Rockhampton and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Rockhampton and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Rockhampton to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Rockhampton and arriving at Southern Cross via Roma Street Station and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 5m.

How far is it from Rockhampton to Melbourne?

The distance between Rockhampton and Melbourne is 1704 km. The road distance is 1962.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Rockhampton to Melbourne without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 35h 5m and costs $70.65 - $1630.43 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Rockhampton to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rockhampton to Melbourne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rockhampton to Melbourne train from?

Rockhampton to Melbourne train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Rockhampton station.

Train, bus or fly from Rockhampton to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Rockhampton to Melbourne is to fly which takes 4h 59m and costs $152.17 - $467.39 . Alternatively, you can train via Sydney, which costs $70.65 - $1630.43 and takes 35h 5m, you could also bus, which costs $173.91 - $597.83 and takes 42h 2m.

Where does the Rockhampton to Melbourne bus arrive?

Rockhampton to Melbourne bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

What is the time difference between Rockhampton and Melbourne?

Melbourne is 1h ahead of Rockhampton. It is currently 18:24 in Rockhampton and 19:24 in Melbourne.

Where does the Rockhampton to Melbourne train arrive?

Rockhampton to Melbourne train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Rockhampton to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Rockhampton to Melbourne is 1963 km. It takes approximately 22h 12m to drive from Rockhampton 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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