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18 h 15 min
1747 km.
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Nine ways to Travel from Melbourne to Brisbane

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Cheapest
By car (1 747 km)
18 h 15 min
1747 km.
from $96
Fastest
Plane from Melbourne (Tullamarine Airport) to Brisbane (Gold Coast Airport)
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Rideshare
18 h 15 min
1747 km.
from $22.79
Bus via Brisbane
26 h 18 min
1374 km.
from $227.57
Bus, Plane (Bus to Avalon Airport)
5 h 5 min
1373 km.
from $238.38
Bus, Plane (Fly Melbourne Airport to Gold Coast Airport)
5 h 59 min
1373 km.
from $162.08
Bus, Plane (Bus to Avalon Airport)
6 h 47 min
1373 km.
from $259.90
Train
26 h 24 min
1374 km.
from $142.63
Bus
30 h 45 min
1374 km.
from $236.02

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 to Roma
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.02–$5.98

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
14h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.87–$29.35

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:
$36.96–$51.09

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:
$76.09–$184.78
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$195.65

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:
$11.22

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:
$65.22–$92.39

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$597.83
Plane from Avalon Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$97.83–$391.30
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$478.26
Plane from Avalon Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$456.52

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$597.83
Plane from Avalon Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$97.83–$391.30
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$652.17
Plane from Avalon Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$456.52

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$597.83
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$103.26–$597.83

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:
$41.30–$152.17

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Brisbane (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Brisbane (Station) is to night train and train which costs $52.17 - $184.78 and takes 26h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Brisbane (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Brisbane (Station) is to fly which takes 4h 17m and costs $97.83 - $358.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Brisbane (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Brisbane (Station). However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Brisbane via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Brisbane (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne to Brisbane (Station) station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross and arriving at Roma Street Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 8m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Brisbane (Station)?

The distance between Melbourne and Brisbane (Station) is 1415 km. The road distance is 1654.1 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Brisbane (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Brisbane (Station) without a car is to night train and train which takes 26h 8m and costs $52.17 - $184.78 .

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Brisbane (Station)?

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Melbourne to Brisbane (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Brisbane (Station) bus from?

Melbourne to Brisbane (Station) bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Brisbane (Station) train from?

Melbourne to Brisbane (Station) train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Southern Cross station.

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne to Brisbane (Station)?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Brisbane (Station) is to fly which takes 4h 17m and costs $97.83 - $358.70 . Alternatively, you can bus via Brisbane, which costs $108.70 - $380.43 and takes 26h 18m, you could also train, which costs $52.17 - $184.78 and takes 26h 24m.

Where does the Melbourne to Brisbane (Station) bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Brisbane (Station)?

Brisbane (Station) is 1h behind Melbourne. It is currently 19:13 in Melbourne and 18:13 in Brisbane (Station).

Where does the Melbourne to Brisbane (Station) train arrive?

Melbourne to Brisbane (Station) train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Brisbane (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Brisbane (Station) is 1654 km. It takes approximately 18h 35m to drive from Melbourne to Brisbane (Station).

Where can I stay near Brisbane (Station)?

There are 1507+ hotels available in Brisbane (Station). Prices start at $57.80 per night.
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