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28 h 48 min
2362 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Melbourne to Bowen

Composite routes from Melbourne to Bowen

Cheapest
28 h 48 min
Car
2362 km.
from $129
Other
6 h 6 min
Bus, Plane
2003 km.
from $376.42
43 h 37 min
2004 km.
from $1556.22
2 d 23 min
2004 km.
from $332.13
7 h 22 min
Bus, Plane
2003 km.
from $238.38
9 h 2 min
Bus, Plane
2003 km.
from $283.48
9 h 44 min
Bus, Plane
2003 km.
from $452.51
2 d 5 h
2004 km.
from $480.59

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 5
Transport for NSW
Website
Firefly Express
Website
Greyhound Australia
Website
SkyBus
Website
Premier Motor Service
Website
Transport for NSW
Website
14h 6m
Twice daily
$12.72–$34.34
131 500
131 500
Call
Firefly Express
Website
11h 10m
Once daily
$43.25–$59.78
1300 730 740
1300 730 740
Call
Greyhound Australia
Website
12h
Once daily
$89.04–$216.24
1300 473946
1300 473946
Call
SkyBus
Website
1h 10m
Every 4 hours
$13.13
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Premier Motor Service
Website
21h 10m
Once daily
$101.76–$139.92
13 34 10
13 34 10
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Airlines
Found: 3
Jetstar
Website
Qantas
Website
Virgin Australia
Website
Jetstar
Website
2h 50m
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
$165.36–$610.55
Qantas
Website
2h 50m
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
$165.36–$610.55
Virgin Australia
Website
4h 45m
Every day
$127.20–$826.79
Train operators
Found: 2
NSW TrainLink XPT
Website
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
NSW TrainLink XPT
Website
11h 18m
Twice daily
$48.34–$178.08
131 500
131 500
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Queensland Rail Travel
Website
37 min
4 times a week
$2.29–$165.50
1800 872 467
1800 872 467
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Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Bowen is to fly and drive which costs $130.43 - $358.70 and takes 7h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Bowen is to fly and train which takes 6h 6m and costs $152.17 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Bowen?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Bowen. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Bowen via Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 0h.

How far is it from Melbourne to Bowen?

The distance between Melbourne and Bowen is 2047 km. The road distance is 2529.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Bowen without a car is to train which takes 43h 37m and costs $97.83 - $2934.78 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 6m to get from Melbourne to Bowen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Bowen bus from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne to Bowen?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Bowen is to train which takes 43h 37m and costs $97.83 - $2934.78 . Alternatively, you can bus via Brisbane, which costs $206.52 - $500 and takes 2 days 0h.

Where does the Melbourne to Bowen bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Bowen?

Bowen is 1h behind Melbourne. It is currently 05:21 in Melbourne and 04:21 in Bowen.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Bowen?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Bowen is 2530 km. It takes approximately 29h 13m to drive from Melbourne 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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