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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Melbourne Airport to City

Composite routes from Melbourne Airport to City

Cheapest
6 h 38 min
Car
641 km.
from $35
Other
9 h 6 min
Train, Bus
464 km.
from $93.20

Transport providers

Airlines

Qatar Airways

Website:
qatarairways.com/en-au/homepage.html
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.40–$483.36

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.96–$419.76

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.96–$419.76

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.40–$483.36

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Broadmeadows to Albury
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.08–$120.84

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Broadmeadows to Albury
Ave. Duration:
3h 8m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.11–$8.27

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Albury to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.70–$82.68
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$69.96–$165.36

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Albury to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.43–$21.62

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to City is to train and bus which costs $8.15 - $173.91 and takes 9h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to City is to fly which takes 1h 41m and costs $59.78 - $239.13 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to City. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and arriving at Canberra via Southern Cross Coach Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 23m.

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

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and City is 479 km. The road distance is 641.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to City without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 6m and costs $8.15 - $173.91 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 41m to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to City, including transfers.

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

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to City bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to City?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to City is to fly which takes 1h 41m and costs $59.78 - $239.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70.65 - $152.17 and takes 9h 23m. There are no good options to train between Melbourne Airport (MEL) to City.

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

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to City bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Canberra station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) to City is 641 km. It takes approximately 6h 40m to drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to City.

Where can I stay near City?

There are 646+ hotels available in City. Prices start at $66.65 per night.
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