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Melbourne Airport to Bowen

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
14h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.63–$34.10

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.95–$59.37

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$88.42–$214.73
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$94.73–$227.36
Bus from Proserpine to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.68–$29.05
Bus from Brisbane to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
21h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$126.31–$315.77

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
21h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$101.05–$138.94
Bus from Airlie Beach to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.42–$22.74
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.79–$107.36

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$164.20–$606.29
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$126.31–$467.35
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Great
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$151.57–$821.01
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$252.62–$694.70

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$164.20–$606.29
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$757.86
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Great
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$151.57–$821.01
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$265.25–$606.29
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Moranbah
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$265.25–$821.01

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$821.01
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.57–$757.86
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Great
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Thursday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$189.46–$1,010.48
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
5h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$214.73–$555.76

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Broadmeadows Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
10h 54m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$46.73–$176.83

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Proserpine to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$2.27–$164.34
Train from Roma Street to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
16h 8m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$42.95–$3,039.35
Train from Mackay to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$6.95–$491.88
Train from Roma Street to Proserpine
Ave. Duration:
15h 21m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$40.42–$2,875.02

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Bowen is to fly and drive which costs $119.57 - $347.83 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Bowen is to fly and train which takes 4h 44m and costs $152.17 - $597.83 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Bowen. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and arriving at Bowen via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 1h.

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

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Bowen is 2025 km. The road distance is 2522.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Bowen without a car is to train which takes 44h 31m and costs $97.83 - $2934.78 .

How long does it take to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Bowen?

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Bowen, including transfers.

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

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Bowen bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Train or bus from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Bowen?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Bowen is to train which takes 44h 31m and costs $97.83 - $2934.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $217.39 - $521.74 and takes 2 days 1h.

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

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Bowen bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Bowen?

Bowen is 1h behind Melbourne Airport (MEL). It is currently 21:55 in Melbourne Airport (MEL) and 20:55 in Bowen.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Bowen is 2523 km. It takes approximately 29h 2m to drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Bowen.

Where can I stay near Bowen?

There are 25+ hotels available in Bowen. Prices start at $61.67 per night.
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