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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Melbourne to Mount Lofty

Composite routes from Melbourne to Mount Lofty

Cheapest
7 h 53 min
Car
712 km.
from $39
Other
3 h 55 min
Plane, Bus
640 km.
from $171.80

Transport providers

Airlines

Qatar Airways

Website:
qatarairways.com/en-au/homepage.html
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$75.79–$505.24

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.47–$366.30

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$94.73–$366.30

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$75.79–$505.24

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
3h 17m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$69.47–$341.04

Bus operators

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Crafers
Ave. Duration:
10h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$42.95–$58.10

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Crafers
Ave. Duration:
11h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$6.95–$37.89

Train operators

Journey Beyond - The Overland

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/journeys/overland/
Train from Southern Cross to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
10h 25m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$75.79–$227.36

Adelaide Metro

Phone:
1300 311 108
Website:
adelaidemetro.com.au/
Bus from Stop D1 Currie St - North side to Stop
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.20

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Mount Lofty?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Mount Lofty is to bus which costs $5.98 - $50 and takes 10h.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Mount Lofty?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Mount Lofty is to fly and bus which takes 3h 55m and costs $70.65 - $206.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Mount Lofty?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Crafers. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h.

How far is it from Melbourne to Mount Lofty?

The distance between Melbourne and Mount Lofty is 687 km. The road distance is 712.3 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Mount Lofty without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Mount Lofty without a car is to bus which takes 10h and costs $5.98 - $50 .

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Mount Lofty?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Melbourne to Mount Lofty, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Mount Lofty bus from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne to Mount Lofty?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Mount Lofty is to bus which takes 10h and costs $5.98 - $50 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70.65 - $195.65 and takes 11h 32m.

Where does the Melbourne to Mount Lofty bus arrive?

Melbourne to Mount Lofty bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Crafers station.

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Mount Lofty?

Mount Lofty is 30 min behind Melbourne. It is currently 07:38 in Melbourne and 07:08 in Mount Lofty.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Mount Lofty?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Mount Lofty is 712 km. It takes approximately 7h 53m to drive from Melbourne to Mount Lofty.

Where can I stay near Mount Lofty?

There are 1076+ hotels available in Mount Lofty. Prices start at $56.07 per night.
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