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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Sydney Cbd to Melbourne Central Station

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Transport providers

Transport for NSW
Website
Firefly Express
Website
Greyhound Australia
Website
SkyBus
Website
Transport for NSW
Website
12h 10m
3 times a day
$0.14–$36.63
131 500
131 500
Call
Firefly Express
Website
11h 15m
Once daily
$42.95–$59.37
1300 730 740
1300 730 740
Call
Greyhound Australia
Website
12h
Once daily
$88.42–$214.73
1300 473946
1300 473946
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SkyBus
Website
1h 10m
Every 3 hours
$13.04
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
Call Contact via email
Jetstar
Website
Qantas
Website
Virgin Australia
Website
Jetstar
Website
1h 36m
Every day
$54.31–$404.19
Qantas
Website
1h 35m
Every day
$107.36–$404.19
Virgin Australia
Website
1h 35m
Every day
$94.73–$391.56
NSW TrainLink XPT
Website
NSW TrainLink XPT
Website
10h 50m
Twice daily
$48.00–$176.83
131 500
131 500
Call

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney CBD to Melbourne Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney CBD to Melbourne Central Station is to bus which costs $1 - $31.52 and takes 12h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney CBD to Melbourne Central Station?

The fastest way to get from Sydney CBD to Melbourne Central Station is to fly which takes 3h 39m and costs $65.22 - $260.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Sydney CBD and Melbourne Central Station?

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 three times a day, and operate Monday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 12h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney CBD and Melbourne Central Station?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney CBD station to Melbourne Central Station. However, there are services departing from Wynyard Station and arriving at Melbourne Central via Central Station and Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 2m.

How far is it from Sydney CBD to Melbourne Central Station?

The distance between Sydney CBD and Melbourne Central Station is 741 km. The road distance is 864.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney CBD to Melbourne Central Station without a car is to train which takes 12h 2m and costs $45.65 - $163.04 .

How long does it take to get from Sydney CBD to Melbourne Central Station?

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Sydney CBD to Melbourne Central Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney CBD to Melbourne Central Station bus from?

Sydney CBD to Melbourne Central Station bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

Where do I catch the Sydney CBD to Melbourne Central Station train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Sydney CBD to Melbourne Central Station?

The best way to get from Sydney CBD to Melbourne Central Station is to fly which takes 3h 39m and costs $65.22 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45.65 - $163.04 and takes 12h 2m, you could also bus, which costs $1 - $31.52 and takes 12h 25m.

Where does the Sydney CBD to Melbourne Central Station bus arrive?

Sydney CBD to Melbourne Central Station bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St station.

Where does the Sydney CBD to Melbourne Central Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sydney CBD to Melbourne Central Station?

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

Where can I stay near Melbourne Central Station?

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