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12 h 51 min
1145 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Melbourne to Tamworth

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Cheapest
By car (1 145 km)
12 h 51 min
1145 km.
from $62
Other
Rideshare
12 h 51 min
1145 km.
from $14.93
Bus
17 h 38 min
924 km.
from $23.80
Train
18 h 20 min
924 km.
from $131.22
Bus, Plane (Bus to Avalon Airport)
6 h 20 min
925 km.
from $226.42
Bus, Plane (Fly Melbourne Airport to Armidale)
7 h 17 min
925 km.
from $242.73
Bus, Train
18 h 12 min
924 km.
from $119.95

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Tamworth
Ave. Duration:
6h 2m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.58–$17.69
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St to Cootamundra
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$24.01
Bus from Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 2 to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
4h 2m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$15.17
Bus from Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 4 to Tamworth
Ave. Duration:
4h 16m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$16.43

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:
$42.97–$59.40

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:
$88.46–$214.84

SkyBus

Phone:
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
Email:
Website:
skybus.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$13.04

Dorrigo Transit

Phone:
+61 (0)2 5625 0065
Email:
Website:
dorrigotransit.com.au/index.html
Bus from Armidale Airport to Tamworth
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$35.39–$46.76

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Tamworth
Ave. Duration:
3h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$240.12–$606.61
Plane from Avalon Airport to Tamworth
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$94.78–$404.41
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Armidale
Ave. Duration:
3h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$252.75–$505.51

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Tamworth
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$151.65–$505.51
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Armidale
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
Friday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$139.01–$467.59

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 18m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$48.02–$176.93

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Tamworth is to bus which costs $1 - $47.83 and takes 17h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Tamworth is to fly which takes 4h 57m and costs $206.52 - $456.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Tamworth?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Tamworth station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St and arriving at Tamworth Station, Coach Stop via Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 2 and Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Tamworth?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne to Tamworth station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross and arriving at Tamworth Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 20m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Tamworth?

The distance between Melbourne and Tamworth is 947 km. The road distance is 1145.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Tamworth without a car is to bus which takes 17h 38m and costs $1 - $47.83 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Melbourne to Tamworth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Tamworth bus from?

Melbourne to Tamworth bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Tamworth train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne to Tamworth?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Tamworth is to fly which takes 4h 57m and costs $206.52 - $456.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1 - $47.83 and takes 17h 38m, you could also train, which costs $47.83 - $173.91 and takes 18h 20m.

Where does the Melbourne to Tamworth bus arrive?

Melbourne to Tamworth bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 1.

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Tamworth?

It is currently 02:05 at both, Melbourne and Tamworth.

Where does the Melbourne to Tamworth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Tamworth?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Tamworth is 1145 km. It takes approximately 12h 57m to drive from Melbourne to Tamworth.

Where can I stay near Tamworth?

There are 72+ hotels available in Tamworth. Prices start at $59.17 per night.
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