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How to Travel from

Melbourne to Cockatoo Island

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Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.31–$404.19
Plane from Avalon Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$50.52–$378.93

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.36–$404.19
Plane from Avalon Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$50.52–$378.93

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$94.73–$391.56

Train operators

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:
$48.00–$176.83

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:
$42.95–$59.37

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:
$94.73–$227.36

SkyBus

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

Busways

Phone:
1300 692 929
Website:
busways.com.au/
Bus from Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M to Victoria
Ave. Duration:
14 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.27–$2.78

Transit Systems

Phone:
02 8118 7102
Website:
transitsystems.com.au/sydney-nsw-bus-information
Bus from Central Station, Railway Square, Stand M to Victoria
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.40–$2.91

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Cockatoo Island?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Cockatoo Island is to bus via Liverpool Station, Stand G which costs $39.13 - $59.78 and takes 11h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Cockatoo Island?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Cockatoo Island is to fly and bus which takes 3h 26m and costs $70.65 - $260.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Cockatoo Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Cockatoo Island. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Victoria Rd After Lyons Rd via Liverpool Station, Stand G and Town Hall, Park St, Stand K. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 50m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Cockatoo Island?

The distance between Melbourne and Cockatoo Island is 740 km. The road distance is 853.2 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Cockatoo Island without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Cockatoo Island without a car is to train which takes 11h 35m and costs $44.57 - $163.04 .

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Cockatoo Island?

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Melbourne to Cockatoo Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Cockatoo Island bus from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne to Cockatoo Island?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Cockatoo Island is to train which takes 11h 35m and costs $44.57 - $163.04 . Alternatively, you can bus via Liverpool Station, Stand G, which costs $39.13 - $59.78 and takes 11h 50m.

Where does the Melbourne to Cockatoo Island bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Cockatoo Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Cockatoo Island is 853 km. It takes approximately 8h 56m to drive from Melbourne to Cockatoo Island.

Where can I stay near Cockatoo Island?

There are 3601+ hotels available in Cockatoo Island. Prices start at $76 per night.
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