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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Melbourne to City

Composite routes from Melbourne to City

Cheapest
6 h 50 min
Car
649 km.
from $35
Other
8 h 16 min
Train, Bus
466 km.
from $91.57

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–$432.48

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.32–$432.48

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.32–$432.48

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.40–$432.48

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Albury
Ave. Duration:
3h 19m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.08–$114.48

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Southern Cross to Albury
Ave. Duration:
3h 36m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.98–$8.27

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.60–$152.64
Bus from Albury to Canberra
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$39.43–$82.68

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:
$3.31–$20.35

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to City is to train and bus which costs $7.61 - $173.91 and takes 8h 16m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and City?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Canberra. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Melbourne to City?

The distance between Melbourne and City is 501 km. The road distance is 648.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to City without a car is to bus which takes 8h and costs $54.35 - $130.43 .

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

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne to City bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Melbourne to City?

The best way to get from Melbourne to City is to fly which takes 3h 3m and costs $70.65 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $54.35 - $130.43 and takes 8h.

Where does the Melbourne to City bus arrive?

Melbourne to City bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Canberra station.

What is the time difference between Melbourne and City?

It is currently 18:53 at both, Melbourne and City.

Can I drive from Melbourne to City?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to City is 648 km. It takes approximately 6h 51m to drive from Melbourne to City.

Where can I stay near City?

There are 683+ hotels available in City. Prices start at $63.97 per night.
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