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How to Travel from

Melbourne to Whitsunday

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Transport providers

Bus operators

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 Brisbane to Bowen
Ave. Duration:
21h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$126.38–$315.94

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:
$13.04

Trans North Bus & Coach

Phone:
+61 7 3036 2070
Website:
transnorthbus.com.au/
Bus from Bowen Travel to Collinsville
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.17–$27.80

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.83–$107.42

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$164.29–$606.61
Plane from Avalon Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$214.84–$758.26
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$126.38–$467.59
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Great
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$151.65–$821.45

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$164.29–$606.61
Plane from Avalon Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$214.84–$758.26
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Moranbah
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$265.39–$821.45
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.38–$758.26
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Great
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$151.65–$821.45

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.38–$821.45
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Townsville
Ave. Duration:
5h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$151.65–$758.26
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Great
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Thursday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$189.57–$1,011.01

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

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Proserpine
Ave. Duration:
15h 21m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$40.44–$2,876.54

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Whitsunday is to fly and drive which costs $141.30 - $380.43 and takes 9h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Whitsunday is to fly and drive which takes 7h 15m and costs $141.30 - $467.39 .

How far is it from Melbourne to Whitsunday?

The distance between Melbourne and Whitsunday is 2175 km. The road distance is 2424.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Whitsunday without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 8h and costs $336.96 - $760.87 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 15m to get from Melbourne to Whitsunday, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Whitsunday?

Whitsunday is 1h behind Melbourne. It is currently 14:13 in Melbourne and 13:13 in Whitsunday.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Whitsunday?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Whitsunday is 2425 km. It takes approximately 28h 20m to drive from Melbourne to Whitsunday.

Where can I stay near Whitsunday?

There are two+ hotels available in Whitsunday. Prices start at $80.99 per night.
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