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Melbourne to Toowoomba

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Eight ways to Travel from Melbourne to Toowoomba

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Cheapest
By car (1 525 km)
17 h
1525 km.
from $83
Fastest
Plane from Melbourne (Tullamarine Airport)
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Other
Bus
28 h 54 min
1311 km.
from $336.23
Bus, Plane (Fly Melbourne Airport to Brisbane Airport)
6 h 51 min
1312 km.
from $185.12
Bus, Plane (Bus to Avalon Airport)
7 h 39 min
1312 km.
from $261.21
Bus, Plane (Fly Melbourne Airport to Gold Coast Airport)
8 h 19 min
1312 km.
from $184.90
Train, Bus
29 h 5 min
1311 km.
from $173.05
Bus, Train
35 h 35 min
1312 km.
from $237.34

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 to Roma
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.67–$6.95

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
14h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.63–$34.10

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:
$42.95–$59.37

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Toowoomba
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.21–$32.84
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$88.42–$214.73
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$94.73–$227.36

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

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.79–$107.36

Murrays Coaches

Phone:
(61) 13 22 51
Email:
Website:
murrays.com.au/default.aspx
Bus from Brisbane to Toowoomba
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$18.95–$27.79

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.36–$694.70
Plane from Avalon Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$113.68–$454.72
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.10–$555.76

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Toowoomba
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$265.25–$694.70
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$694.70
Plane from Avalon Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$113.68–$454.72
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.10–$757.86

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$694.70
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Gold
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.99–$694.70

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:
$48.00–$176.83

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Toowoomba
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$6.06–$435.77

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Toowoomba is to night train and train and bus which costs $65.22 - $217.39 and takes 28h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Toowoomba is to fly which takes 5h 42m and costs $141.30 - $532.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Toowoomba?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Toowoomba. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Toowoomba via Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 54m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Toowoomba?

The distance between Melbourne and Toowoomba is 1342 km. The road distance is 1525 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Toowoomba without a car is to night train and train and bus which takes 28h 49m and costs $65.22 - $217.39 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Melbourne to Toowoomba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Toowoomba bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Melbourne to Toowoomba?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Toowoomba is to fly which takes 5h 42m and costs $141.30 - $532.61 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130.43 - $402.17 and takes 28h 54m.

Where does the Melbourne to Toowoomba bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Toowoomba?

Toowoomba is 1h behind Melbourne. It is currently 15:06 in Melbourne and 14:06 in Toowoomba.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Toowoomba?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Toowoomba is 1525 km. It takes approximately 17h 7m to drive from Melbourne to Toowoomba.

Where can I stay near Toowoomba?

There are 115+ hotels available in Toowoomba. Prices start at $65.41 per night.
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