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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Adelaide to Melbourne

Composite routes from Adelaide to Melbourne

Cheapest
8 h 5 min
Car
720 km.
from $39
Fastest
1 h 23 min
Plane
Other
12 h 20 min
Bus, Train
652 km.
from $16.05

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 4
Qatar Airways
Website
Jetstar
Website
Qantas
Website
Virgin Australia
Website
Qatar Airways
Website
1h 20m
Every day
$76.32–$508.80
Jetstar
Website
1h 20m
Every day
$63.60–$368.88
Qantas
Website
1h 20m
Every day
$95.40–$368.88
Virgin Australia
Website
1h 20m
Every day
$76.32–$508.80
Bus operators
Found: 2
Firefly Express
Website
V-Line Buses
Website
Firefly Express
Website
9h 50m
3 times a day
$41.98–$58.51
1300 730 740
1300 730 740
Call
V-Line Buses
Website
9h 45m
Once daily
$6.36–$35.62
+61 3 9662 2505
+61 3 9662 2505
Call
Train operators
Found: 2
V/Line
Website
Journey Beyond - The Overland
Website
V/Line
Website
1h 58m
Hourly
$5.47–$7.63
1800 800 007
1800 800 007
Call
Journey Beyond - The Overland
Website
11h 25m
Twice a week
$76.32–$228.96
1800 703 357
1800 703 357
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Adelaide to Melbourne is to bus and train which costs $10.33 - $36.96 and takes 12h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Adelaide to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 10m and costs $65.22 - $206.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Adelaide and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Adelaide and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Adelaide and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Adelaide and arriving at Southern Cross. Services depart twice a week, and operate Thursday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 11h 25m.

How far is it from Adelaide to Melbourne?

The distance between Adelaide and Melbourne is 671 km. The road distance is 725.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Adelaide to Melbourne without a car is to bus which takes 9h 50m and costs $35.87 - $50 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Adelaide to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Melbourne bus from?

Adelaide to Melbourne bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Adelaide station.

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Melbourne train from?

Adelaide to Melbourne train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from Adelaide station.

Train, bus or fly from Adelaide to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Adelaide to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 10m and costs $65.22 - $206.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35.87 - $50 and takes 9h 50m, you could also train, which costs $65.22 - $195.65 and takes 11h 25m.

Where does the Adelaide to Melbourne bus arrive?

Adelaide to Melbourne bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Adelaide and Melbourne?

Melbourne is 30 min ahead of Adelaide. It is currently 05:37 in Adelaide and 06:07 in Melbourne.

Where does the Adelaide to Melbourne train arrive?

Adelaide to Melbourne train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Adelaide to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Adelaide to Melbourne is 726 km. It takes approximately 8h 3m to drive from Adelaide to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 4413+ hotels available in Melbourne. Prices start at $76.17 per night.
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