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Melbourne to Canterbury

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8 h 44 min
846 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Melbourne to Canterbury

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By car (846 km)
8 h 44 min
846 km.
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Rideshare
8 h 44 min
846 km.
from $11.03
Bus, Plane
4 h 19 min
702 km.
from $167.95

Transport providers

Train operators

Yarra Trams

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
yarratrams.com.au/
Train from 4-Elizabeth St/Flinders St to 47-Willow
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.87

Metro Trains Melbourne

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
metrotrains.com.au/
Train from Flinders Street to Canterbury
Ave. Duration:
19 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.71

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 18m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$48.34–$178.08

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.70–$407.04
Plane from Avalon Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$50.88–$381.60

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$407.04
Plane from Avalon Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$50.88–$381.60

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.40–$394.32

Bus operators

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
10h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.25–$59.78

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
11h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$95.40–$228.96

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:
$13.13

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Canterbury is to bus via Liverpool Station, Stand G which costs $39.13 - $53.26 and takes 11h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Canterbury is to fly which takes 3h 31m and costs $70.65 - $260.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Canterbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Canterbury station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Canterbury Station, Canterbury Rd, Stand E via Liverpool Station, Stand G. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 42m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Canterbury?

The distance between Melbourne and Canterbury is 768 km. The road distance is 845.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Canterbury without a car is to train which takes 11h 41m and costs $44.57 - $163.04 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Melbourne to Canterbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Canterbury bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne to Canterbury?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Canterbury is to fly which takes 3h 31m and costs $70.65 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $44.57 - $163.04 and takes 11h 41m, you could also bus via Liverpool Station, Stand G, which costs $39.13 - $53.26 and takes 11h 42m.

Where does the Melbourne to Canterbury bus arrive?

Melbourne to Canterbury bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Liverpool station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Canterbury is 846 km. It takes approximately 8h 46m to drive from Melbourne to Canterbury.

Where can I stay near Canterbury?

There are 3598+ hotels available in Canterbury. Prices start at $76 per night.
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