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How to Travel from

Melbourne to Lismore

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Casino
Ave. Duration:
11h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.24–$25.00

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:
$36.96–$51.09

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:
$76.09–$184.78
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
11h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$81.52–$195.65
Bus from Central Station to Grafton
Ave. Duration:
9h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$59.78–$141.30

SkyBus

Phone:
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
Website:
skybus.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$11.22

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Lismore
Ave. Duration:
12h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$53.26–$76.09
Bus from Coffs Harbour to Lismore
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.74–$29.35

Byron Easy Bus

Phone:
+612 6685 7447
Website:
byronbayshuttle.com.au
Bus from Gold Coast Airport to Lismore
Ave. Duration:
2h 11m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.52–$36.96

Ballina Buslines

Phone:
02 6686 3666
Website:
buslinesgroup.com.au/
Bus from Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St to Lismore
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.70–$4.67
Bus from Bent St At Spring St to Lismore
Ave. Duration:
3h 3m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$3.70–$4.67

Blanch's Bus Company

Phone:
+61 (0)2 6686 2144
Website:
blanchs.com.au/
Bus from Ballina Bus Interchange, Tamar St to Lismore
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.46–$6.52

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$81.52–$358.70
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$478.26
Plane from Avalon Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$456.52

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$81.52–$358.70
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$652.17
Plane from Avalon Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$456.52
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$184.78–$597.83

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Ballina
Ave. Duration:
3h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$402.17
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$103.26–$597.83
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Coffs
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$434.78

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 2m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$41.30–$152.17

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Lismore is to night train and train which costs $50 - $184.78 and takes 24h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Lismore is to fly and bus which takes 5h 31m and costs $92.39 - $326.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Lismore?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Lismore. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Lismore via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 40m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Lismore?

The distance between Melbourne and Lismore is 1334 km. The road distance is 1564.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Lismore without a car is to bus which takes 24h 40m and costs $86.96 - $260.87 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Melbourne to Lismore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Lismore bus from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne to Lismore?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Lismore is to bus which takes 24h 40m and costs $86.96 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $184.78 and takes 25h 10m.

Where does the Melbourne to Lismore bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Lismore?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Lismore is 1564 km. It takes approximately 16h 40m to drive from Melbourne to Lismore.

Where can I stay near Lismore?

There are 47+ hotels available in Lismore. Prices start at $55.45 per night.
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