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How to Travel from

Whitsunday Islands to Melbourne

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Cooroy station, platform 1 to Central
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.32–$9.47

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Airlie Beach to Cooroy
Ave. Duration:
16h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$119.99–$290.51

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Airlie Beach to Chermside
Ave. Duration:
18h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$94.73–$138.94

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Great Barrier Reef Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$151.57–$821.01

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Great Barrier Reef Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$151.57–$821.01

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Great Barrier Reef Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Thursday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$189.46–$1,010.48

Train operators

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Broadmeadows
Ave. Duration:
46h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$2,537.45–$3,290.36
Train from Brisbane to Southern
Ave. Duration:
2d 2h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$2,537.45–$3,290.36

Other operators

Cruise Whitsundays

Phone:
+617 4846 7000
Website:
cruisewhitsundays.com/
Other from Hamilton Island Marina to Port
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$44.81

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Whitsunday Islands to Melbourne is to fly which costs $130.43 - $597.83 and takes 3h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitsunday Islands to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 24m and costs $130.43 - $597.83 .

How far is it from Whitsunday Islands to Melbourne?

The distance between Whitsunday Islands and Melbourne is 1989 km.

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

The best way to get from Whitsunday Islands to Melbourne without a car is to ferry and bus and train which takes 2 days 22h and costs $2282.61 - $3043.48 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Whitsunday Islands to Melbourne, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Whitsunday Islands and Melbourne?

Melbourne is 1h ahead of Whitsunday Islands. It is currently 09:25 in Whitsunday Islands and 10:25 in Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 4420+ hotels available in Melbourne. Prices start at $77.84 per night.
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