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21 h 42 min
1942 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Melbourne to Emerald

Composite routes from Melbourne to Emerald

Cheapest
21 h 42 min
Car
1942 km.
from $106
Other
47 h 10 min
Bus, Train
1616 km.
from $341.68
9 h 11 min
Bus, Plane
1616 km.
from $437.29
42 h 50 min
1617 km.
from $1258.92
2 d 45 min
1616 km.
from $422.43
3 h 16 min
42 km.
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Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 6
Transport for NSW
Website
Firefly Express
Website
Greyhound Australia
Website
SkyBus
Website
Metropolitan Buses
Website
Premier Motor Service
Website
Transport for NSW
Website
14h 6m
Twice daily
$12.72–$34.34
131 500
131 500
Call
Firefly Express
Website
11h 10m
Once daily
$43.25–$59.78
1300 730 740
1300 730 740
Call
Greyhound Australia
Website
12h
Once daily
$89.04–$216.24
1300 473946
1300 473946
Call
SkyBus
Website
1h 10m
Every 4 hours
$13.13
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Metropolitan Buses
Website
47 min
Hourly
Premier Motor Service
Website
18h 35m
Once daily
$76.32–$108.12
13 34 10
13 34 10
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Train operators
Found: 3
Metro Trains Melbourne
Website
NSW TrainLink XPT
Website
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
Metro Trains Melbourne
Website
1h 13m
Hourly
$3.87
1800 800 007
1800 800 007
Call
NSW TrainLink XPT
Website
11h 2m
Twice daily
$48.34–$178.08
131 500
131 500
Call
Queensland Rail Travel
Website
15h 26m
Twice a week
$34.34–$2,431.66
1800 872 467
1800 872 467
Call
Airlines
Found: 2
Qantas
Website
Virgin Australia
Website
Qantas
Website
5h 7m
Monday to Friday
$356.16–$1,081.19
Virgin Australia
Website
5h 10m
Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
$216.24–$699.59

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Emerald is to night train and train which costs $81.52 - $2391.30 and takes 42h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Emerald is to fly which takes 6h 3m and costs $206.52 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Emerald?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Emerald. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Emerald via Central Station, Brisbane and Rockhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 0h.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Emerald?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne to Emerald. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross and arriving at Emerald via Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 34m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Emerald?

The distance between Melbourne and Emerald is 1627 km. The road distance is 1978.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Emerald without a car is to night train and train which takes 42h 34m and costs $81.52 - $2391.30 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Melbourne to Emerald, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Emerald bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Emerald train from?

Melbourne to Emerald train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Southern Cross station.

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne to Emerald?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Emerald is to fly which takes 6h 3m and costs $206.52 - $652.17 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $81.52 - $2391.30 and takes 42h 50m, you could also bus, which costs $173.91 - $489.13 and takes 2 days 0h.

Where does the Melbourne to Emerald bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Emerald?

Emerald is 1h behind Melbourne. It is currently 14:12 in Melbourne and 13:12 in Emerald.

Where does the Melbourne to Emerald train arrive?

Melbourne to Emerald train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Emerald?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Emerald is 1978 km. It takes approximately 22h 14m to drive from Melbourne to Emerald.

Where can I stay near Emerald?

There are 23+ hotels available in Emerald. Prices start at $61.67 per night.
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