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21 h 15 min
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Ten ways to Travel from Melbourne to Alpha

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Cheapest
By car (1 901 km)
21 h 15 min
1901 km.
from $104
Other
Rideshare
21 h 15 min
1901 km.
from $24.80
Bus, Plane (Fly Melbourne Airport to Emerald Airport)
8 h 58 min
1582 km.
from $422.08
Bus
2 d 3 h 13 min
1580 km.
from $572.43
Bus, Plane (Bus to Avalon Airport)
12 h 5 min
1582 km.
from $465.55
Bus, Plane (Fly Melbourne Airport to Barcaldine Airport)
9 h 45 min
1582 km.
from $328.60
Bus, Plane (Fly Melbourne Airport to Moranbah Airport)
10 h 26 min
1582 km.
from $509.03
Bus, Plane (Fly Melbourne Airport to Blackall Airport)
11 h 37 min
1582 km.
from $354.68
Train
47 h 14 min
1581 km.
from $1427.41
Bus, Train
2 d 3 h 34 min
1582 km.
from $374.29

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 Emerald to Alpha
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$25.26–$42.95
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:
17h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$101.05–$252.62
Bus from Brisbane Domestic Airport to Barcaldine
Ave. Duration:
17h 55m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$113.68–$277.88
Bus from Barcaldine to Alpha
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$22.74–$35.37
Bus from Blackall to Barcaldine
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$17.68–$30.31

SkyBus

Phone:
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
Email:
Website:
skybus.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$13.04

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.79–$107.36

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
5h 7m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$353.67–$1,073.63
Plane from Avalon Airport to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
9h 17m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$227.36–$821.01
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Barcaldine
Ave. Duration:
5h 46m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$176.83–$821.01
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Moranbah
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$265.25–$821.01
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Blackall
Ave. Duration:
5h 32m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$176.83–$821.01

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$214.73–$694.70
Plane from Avalon Airport to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
6h 55m
Frequency:
Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$227.36–$821.01

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 2m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$48.00–$176.83

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Alpha
Ave. Duration:
19h 50m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$40.42–$2,879.70

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Alpha?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Alpha is to night train and train which costs $86.96 - $2717.39 and takes 46h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Alpha?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Alpha is to fly and bus which takes 8h 58m and costs $228.26 - $706.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Alpha?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Alpha. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Alpha via Central Station, Brisbane Domestic Airport and Barcaldine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 3h.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Alpha?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne to Alpha. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross and arriving at Alpha via Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 58m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Alpha?

The distance between Melbourne and Alpha is 1798 km. The road distance is 1901 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Alpha without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Alpha without a car is to night train and train which takes 46h 58m and costs $86.96 - $2717.39 .

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Alpha?

It takes approximately 8h 58m to get from Melbourne to Alpha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Alpha bus from?

Melbourne to Alpha bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Alpha train from?

Melbourne to Alpha train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Southern Cross station.

Train or bus from Melbourne to Alpha?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Alpha is to bus which takes 2 days 3h and costs $239.13 - $706.52 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $86.96 - $2717.39 and takes 47h 14m.

Where does the Melbourne to Alpha bus arrive?

Melbourne to Alpha bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Alpha?

Alpha is 1h behind Melbourne. It is currently 07:34 in Melbourne and 06:34 in Alpha.

Where does the Melbourne to Alpha train arrive?

Melbourne to Alpha train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Alpha?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Alpha is 1901 km. It takes approximately 21h 4m to drive from Melbourne to Alpha.
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