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

The cheapest way to get from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is to bus and train which costs $23 - $70 and takes 13h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is to fly which takes 2h 36m and costs $95 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Adelaide and Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

No, there is no direct bus from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport (MEL). However, there are services departing from Adelaide and arriving at Melbourne Airport T3 Skybus/Arrival Dr via Skybus Coach Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Adelaide and Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

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

How far is it from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

The distance between Adelaide and Melbourne Airport (MEL) is 649 km. The road distance is 716.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport (MEL) without a car is to bus which takes 10h 25m and costs $123 - $127.

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport (MEL), including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

The best way to get from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is to fly which takes 2h 36m and costs $95 - $340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $123 - $127 and takes 10h 25m, you could also train, which costs $170 - $410 and takes 12h.

Where does the Adelaide to Melbourne Airport (MEL) bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Adelaide and Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) is 30 min ahead of Adelaide. It is currently 12:56 PM in Adelaide and 1:26 PM in Melbourne Airport (MEL).

Where does the Adelaide to Melbourne Airport (MEL) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

Yes, the driving distance between Adelaide to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is 716 km. It takes approximately 8h 2m to drive from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport (MEL).

How do I get a train ticket from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

Book your Adelaide to Melbourne Airport (MEL) train tickets online with 12go.asia.

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

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

Where can I stay near Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

There are 5298+ hotels available in Melbourne Airport (MEL).

Can I share a ride from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Adelaide and Melbourne Airport (MEL). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Adelaide to Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 6 ways to travel via train, plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport (MEL) by plane, bus, train, rideshare, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane ADL - MEL
2h 36m
$100–335
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 Sunbury Stationtrain Bendigo
13h 27m
$23–69
Bus
1. Take the bus from Adelaide to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
10h 25m
$123–127
Train
1. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain The Overland
12h
$171–402
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Adelaide to Melbourne-MELrideshare 716.5 km
8h 2m
Drive 716.5 km
1. Drive from Adelaide to Melbourne Airport (MEL)car 716.5 km
8h 2m
$129–186

Adelaide to Melbourne Airport (MEL) by bus

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10h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 648.7 km
Duration: 2h 36m

What companies run services between Adelaide, SA, Australia and Melbourne Airport (MEL), 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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