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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Melbourne to Nelson

Composite routes from Melbourne to Nelson

Cheapest
4 h 51 min
Car
402 km.
from $22
Other
7 h 17 min
Train, Bus
346 km.
from $77.50
8 h 29 min
346 km.
from $124.57

Transport providers

Train operators
Found: 1
V/Line
Website
V/Line
Website
3h 27m
5 times a day
$5.94–$8.21
1800 800 007
1800 800 007
Call
Bus operators
Found: 2
V-Line Buses
Website
Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus
Website
V-Line Buses
Website
2h 20m
Once daily
$1.77–$15.17
+61 3 9662 2505
+61 3 9662 2505
Call
Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus
Website
1h 30m
Every 3 hours
$35.50
03 5333 4181
03 5333 4181
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Airlines
Found: 1
Regional Express
Website
Regional Express
Website
1h 10m
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
$126.38–$530.78

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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