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Seven ways to Travel from Melbourne to Hervey Bay

Composite routes from Melbourne to Hervey Bay

Cheapest
21 h 11 min
Car
1867 km.
from $102
Other
21 h 11 min
Rideshare
1867 km.
from $24.35
31 h 54 min
1575 km.
from $574.70
38 h 26 min
1574 km.
from $230.39
8 h 38 min
Bus, Plane
1575 km.
from $337.29
39 h 11 min
1575 km.
from $402.59

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
14h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$34.34

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:
$43.25–$59.78

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:
$89.04–$216.24
Bus from Brisbane to Maryborough
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$36.89–$69.96
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
17h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$101.76–$254.40
Bus from Brisbane Airport Domestic to Maryborough
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$45.79–$95.40

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

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:
$76.32–$108.12
Bus from Brisbane to Maryborough
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.26–$40.70

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$216.24–$763.19
Plane from Avalon Airport to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.64–$597.83

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$216.24–$763.19
Plane from Avalon Airport to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.64–$597.83

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:
$48.34–$178.08

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Howard
Ave. Duration:
4h 6m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.81–$769.62

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Hervey Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Hervey Bay is to night train and train and bus which costs $76.09 - $250 and takes 33h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Hervey Bay?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Hervey Bay is to fly which takes 4h 5m and costs $195.65 - $510.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Hervey Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Hervey Bay. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Hervey Bay Rd near Scrubhill Rd hail 'n' ride via Central Station, Brisbane and Service Rd at Alice Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 26m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Hervey Bay?

The distance between Melbourne and Hervey Bay is 1608 km. The road distance is 1844.1 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Hervey Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Hervey Bay without a car is to train which takes 31h 54m and costs $103.26 - $978.26 .

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Hervey Bay?

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Melbourne to Hervey Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Hervey Bay bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne to Hervey Bay?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Hervey Bay is to fly which takes 4h 5m and costs $195.65 - $510.87 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $103.26 - $978.26 and takes 31h 54m, you could also bus via Brisbane, which costs $119.57 - $336.96 and takes 38h 26m.

Where does the Melbourne to Hervey Bay bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Hervey Bay?

Hervey Bay is 1h behind Melbourne. It is currently 19:16 in Melbourne and 18:16 in Hervey Bay.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Hervey Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Hervey Bay is 1844 km. It takes approximately 21h 20m to drive from Melbourne to Hervey Bay.

Where can I stay near Hervey Bay?

There are 199+ hotels available in Hervey Bay. Prices start at $56.07 per night.
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