How to Travel from
Melbourne to Southport
by Route or Car
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Melbourne, Australia → Southport, Australia
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Melbourne to Southport
Composite routes from Melbourne to Southport
Cheapest
36 h 55 min
Car
3726 km.
from $204
Other
4 h 43 min
Bus, Plane
1346 km.
from $158.60
28 h 10 min
1346 km.
from $282.22
5 h 31 min
Bus, Plane
1346 km.
from $256.42
5 h 47 min
Bus, Plane
1346 km.
from $169.90
6 h 35 min
Bus, Plane
1346 km.
from $245.99
28 h 7 min
1347 km.
from $149.58
29 h 52 min
1346 km.
from $185.07
4 h 43 min
Bus, Plane
1346 km.
from $158.60
28 h 10 min
1346 km.
from $282.22
5 h 31 min
Bus, Plane
1346 km.
from $256.42
5 h 47 min
Bus, Plane
1346 km.
from $169.90
6 h 35 min
Bus, Plane
1346 km.
from $245.99
28 h 7 min
1347 km.
from $149.58
29 h 52 min
1346 km.
from $185.07
Transport providers
Bus operators
Translink
Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Broadbeach South station to Queen
Ave. Duration:
28 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.14–$1.64
Train from Roma Street to Helensvale
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.66–$5.18
Train from International Airport Station to Helensvale
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$16.43–$22.75
Transport for NSW
Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
14h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.64–$34.12
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
Bus from Central Station to Southport
Ave. Duration:
16h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$94.78–$227.48
SkyBus
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$13.04
Premier Motor Service
Bus from Central Station to Southport
Ave. Duration:
17h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$69.51–$101.10
Bus from Central Station to Surfers
Ave. Duration:
17h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$69.51–$101.10
Airlines
Jetstar
Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.14–$556.06
Plane from Avalon Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$164.29–$530.78
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.42–$695.07
Plane from Avalon Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$113.74–$454.96
Qantas
Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.14–$758.26
Plane from Avalon Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$164.29–$530.78
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.38–$695.07
Plane from Avalon Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$113.74–$454.96
Virgin Australia
Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$120.06–$695.07
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.38–$695.07
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:
$48.02–$176.93
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Southport?
The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Southport is to night train and train which costs $54.35 - $195.65 and takes 27h 51m.
What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Southport?
The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Southport is to fly and tram which takes 4h 43m and costs $86.96 - $358.70 .
Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Southport?
No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Southport. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Southport via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 10m.
Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Southport?
No, there is no direct train from Melbourne to Southport station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross and arriving at Queen Street station, platform 2 via Central Station, Roma Street and Helensvale station, platform 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 51m.
How far is it from Melbourne to Southport?
The distance between Melbourne and Southport is 1380 km. The road distance is 1679.4 km.
How do I travel from Melbourne to Southport without a car?
The best way to get from Melbourne to Southport without a car is to night train and train which takes 27h 51m and costs $54.35 - $195.65 .
How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Southport?
It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Melbourne to Southport, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Melbourne to Southport bus from?
Melbourne to Southport bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.
Where do I catch the Melbourne to Southport train from?
Melbourne to Southport train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Southern Cross station.
Train or bus from Melbourne to Southport?
The best way to get from Melbourne to Southport is to bus which takes 28h 10m and costs $92.39 - $380.43 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $54.35 - $195.65 and takes 28h 7m.
Where does the Melbourne to Southport bus arrive?
Melbourne to Southport bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Central Station.
What is the time difference between Melbourne and Southport?
Southport is 1h behind Melbourne. It is currently 21:39 in Melbourne and 20:39 in Southport.
Where does the Melbourne to Southport train arrive?
Melbourne to Southport train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Central Station.
Can I drive from Melbourne to Southport?
Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Southport is 1679 km. It takes approximately 17h 57m to drive from Melbourne to Southport.
Where can I stay near Southport?
There are 2190+ hotels available in Southport. Prices start at $84.10 per night.
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