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How to Travel from

Sunshine Coast to Melbourne

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Roma
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.29–$6.06
Train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Eagle
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.92–$5.68
Train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.29–$6.06

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:
$12.63–$34.10

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 Maroochydore to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.42–$29.05
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$101.05–$239.99
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$88.42–$214.73

SkyBus

Phone:
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
Website:
skybus.com.au
Bus from Avalon Airport to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$13.04

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.05–$606.29
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.36–$694.70
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
5h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.57–$694.70

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.05–$821.01
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$694.70
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
5h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.57–$694.70

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$94.73–$757.86
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$694.70

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

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Roma
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.03–$221.83

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Southern
Ave. Duration:
2d 2h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$2,537.45–$3,290.36

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne is to train via Sydney which costs $54.35 - $380.43 and takes 29h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne is to fly which takes 4h 14m and costs $76.09 - $413.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Sunshine Coast and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Maroochydore and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Roma Street Stop 125 at Transit Centre, Brisbane and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 47m.

How far is it from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne?

The distance between Sunshine Coast and Melbourne is 1485 km. The road distance is 1852.4 km.

How do I travel from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 29h 29m and costs $54.35 - $380.43 .

How long does it take to get from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunshine Coast to Melbourne bus from?

Sunshine Coast to Melbourne bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Maroochydore station.

Train, bus or fly from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne is to fly which takes 4h 14m and costs $76.09 - $413.04 . Alternatively, you can train via Sydney, which costs $54.35 - $380.43 and takes 29h 29m, you could also bus, which costs $130.43 - $423.91 and takes 31h 47m.

Where does the Sunshine Coast to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Sunshine Coast and Melbourne?

Melbourne is 1h ahead of Sunshine Coast. It is currently 13:20 in Sunshine Coast and 14:20 in Melbourne.

Can I drive from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunshine Coast to Melbourne is 1852 km. It takes approximately 19h 36m to drive from Sunshine Coast 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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