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Sydney CBD to Melbourne Central Station

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860 km.
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Rideshare
8 h 57 min
860 km.
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Bus, Plane
5 h 20 min
712 km.
from $165.05

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:
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

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:
$13.04

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 Sydney Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$50.52–$378.93

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 Sydney Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$50.52–$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:
$48.00–$176.83

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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