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

The cheapest way to get from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne is to bus and train which costs $22 - $75 and takes 13h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne is to fly which takes 1h 50m and costs $120 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Adelaide Airport and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Stop 10 Adelaide Airport and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Adelaide. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Adelaide Airport and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Adelaide Airport station to Melbourne station. However, there are services departing from Adelaide Station and arriving at Southern Cross Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 44m.

How far is it from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne?

The distance between Adelaide Airport and Melbourne is 663 km. The road distance is 727.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne without a car is to bus which takes 11h 21m and costs $99 - $104.

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

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Adelaide Airport to Melbourne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Adelaide Airport to Melbourne train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne is to fly which takes 1h 50m and costs $120 - $350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $99 - $104 and takes 11h 21m, you could also train, which costs $140 - $390 and takes 12h 44m.

Where does the Adelaide Airport to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Adelaide Airport and Melbourne?

Melbourne is 30 min ahead of Adelaide Airport. It is currently 8:26 AM in Adelaide Airport and 8:56 AM in Melbourne.

Where does the Adelaide Airport to Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Adelaide Airport to Melbourne is 728 km. It takes approximately 8h 17m to drive from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne.

How do I get a bus ticket from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne?

Book your Adelaide Airport to Melbourne bus tickets online with 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5296+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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There are 5 ways to get from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane ADL - MEL
1h 50m
$123–346
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 85 Franklin St to Bendigo Station/Railway Plbus Coach
2. Take the train from Bendigo Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Bendigo
13h 54m
$23–73
Bus
1. Take the bus from Adelaide to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
11h 21m
$100–104
Train
1. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain The Overland
12h 44m
$145–385
Drive 727.8 km
1. Drive from Adelaide Airport to Melbournecar 727.8 km
8h 17m
$129–187

Adelaide Airport to Melbourne by bus and foot

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Distance: 662.5 km
Duration: 1h 50m

What companies run services between Adelaide Airport, SA, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) hourly. Alternatively, Firefly Express operates a bus from Adelaide to Southern Cross Coach Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 9h 50m.

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