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Five ways to Travel from Melbourne to Nelson

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By car (423 km)
4 h 50 min
423 km.
from $23
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Rideshare
4 h 50 min
423 km.
from $16.09
Train, Bus
7 h 17 min
346 km.
from $77.50
Bus
8 h 29 min
346 km.
from $124.57

Transport providers

Train operators

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Southern Cross to Warrnambool
Ave. Duration:
3h 27m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.94–$8.21

Bus operators

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Warrnambool Station/Merri St to General
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.77–$15.16
Bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Tourist
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$3.16–$20.21

Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus

Phone:
03 5333 4181
Email:
Website:
airportshuttlebus.com.au/
Bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballarat
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$35.48

Airlines

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Mount
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$126.31–$530.50

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Nelson is to train and bus which costs $44.57 - $65.22 and takes 7h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Nelson is to fly which takes 3h 6m and costs $152.17 - $336.96 .

How far is it from Melbourne to Nelson?

The distance between Melbourne and Nelson is 428 km. The road distance is 426.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Nelson without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 17m and costs $44.57 - $65.22 .

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

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

Bus or fly from Melbourne to Nelson?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Nelson is to fly which takes 3h 6m and costs $152.17 - $336.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $76.09 - $97.83 and takes 8h 29m.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Nelson is 427 km. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Melbourne to Nelson.

Where can I stay near Nelson?

There are six+ hotels available in Nelson. Prices start at $0.00 per night.
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