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

The cheapest way to get from Adelaide to Melbourne Central Station is to bus and train which costs $24 - $70 and takes 12h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Adelaide to Melbourne Central Station is to fly which takes 3h 28m and costs $120 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Adelaide and Melbourne Central Station?

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

Is there a direct train between Adelaide and Melbourne Central Station?

No, there is no direct train from Adelaide station to Melbourne Central Station station. However, there are services departing from Adelaide Station and arriving at Melbourne Central Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 31m.

How far is it from Adelaide to Melbourne Central Station?

The distance between Adelaide and Melbourne Central Station is 671 km. The road distance is 720 km.

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

The best way to get from Adelaide to Melbourne Central Station without a car is to bus which takes 10h 8m and costs $95 - $99.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Adelaide to Melbourne Central Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Melbourne Central Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Melbourne Central Station train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Adelaide to Melbourne Central Station?

The best way to get from Adelaide to Melbourne Central Station is to fly which takes 3h 28m and costs $120 - $370. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $99 and takes 10h 8m, you could also train, which costs $140 - $380 and takes 11h 31m.

Where does the Adelaide to Melbourne Central Station bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Adelaide and Melbourne Central Station?

Melbourne Central Station is 30 min ahead of Adelaide. It is currently 3:12 AM in Adelaide and 3:42 AM in Melbourne Central Station.

Where does the Adelaide to Melbourne Central Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Adelaide to Melbourne Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Adelaide to Melbourne Central Station is 720 km. It takes approximately 8h 7m to drive from Adelaide to Melbourne Central Station.

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

Book your Adelaide to Melbourne Central Station bus tickets online with Omio and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Melbourne Central Station?

There are 5286+ hotels available in Melbourne Central Station.

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There are 5 ways to get from Adelaide to Melbourne Central Station 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
3h 28m
$128–363
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
12h 29m
$24–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Adelaide to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
10h 8m
$95–99
Train
1. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain The Overland
11h 31m
$149–380
Drive 720 km
1. Drive from Adelaide to Melbourne Central Stationcar 720 km
8h 7m
$130–187

Adelaide to Melbourne Central Station by bus and foot

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10h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 670.8 km
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Adelaide, SA, Australia and Melbourne Central Station, 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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