What is the cheapest way to get from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne is to bus and train via Bendigo which costs $270 - $650 and takes 34h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 15m and costs $420 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Alice Springs Airport (ASP) and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Alice Springs and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Adelaide. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Alice Springs Airport (ASP) and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne station. However, there are services departing from Alice Springs and arriving at Southern Cross Station via Manguri and Adelaide Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 34m.

How far is it from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne?

The distance between Alice Springs Airport (ASP) and Melbourne is 1881 km. The road distance is 2229.8 km.

How do I travel from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne without a car is to bus which takes 31h 58m and costs $350 - $650.

How long does it take to get from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne bus from?

Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Alice Springs station.

Where do I catch the Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne train from?

Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Ghan, depart from Alice Springs station.

Train, bus or fly from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 15m and costs $420 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $350 - $650 and takes 31h 58m, you could also train, which costs $3,200 - $3,500 and takes 38h 34m.

Where does the Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne bus arrive?

Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Adelaide station.

What is the time difference between Alice Springs Airport (ASP) and Melbourne?

Melbourne is 30 min ahead of Alice Springs Airport (ASP). It is currently 4:19 PM in Alice Springs Airport (ASP) and 4:49 PM in Melbourne.

Where does the Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne train arrive?

Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Ghan, arrive at Manguri station.

Can I drive from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne is 2230 km. It takes approximately 23h 38m to drive from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

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Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne - 8 ways to travel via train

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There are 8 ways to get from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne by plane, bus (Greyhound), train, car, or bus

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Fly to Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane ASP - MEL
3h 15m
$424–1,115
Bus, train via Bendigo
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Alice Springs to Adelaidebus
2. Take the bus from 85 Franklin St to Bendigo Station/Railway Plbus
3. Take the train from Bendigo Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
34h 30m
$274–610
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alice Springs to Adelaidebus Adelaide
2. Take the bus from Adelaide to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
31h 58m
$351–641
Train
1. Take the train from Alice Springs to Manguritrain
2. Take the train from Manguri to Adelaide Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
38h 34m
$3,214–3,461
Drive 2,229.8 km
1. Drive from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbournecar 2,229.8 km
23h 38m
$400–577
Fly to Avalon Airport, train
1. Fly from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane ASP - AVV
2. Take the train from Lara Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
8h 38m
$786–2,492
Fly to Bendigo Airport, train
1. Fly from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Bendigo Airport (BXG)plane ASP - BXG
2. Take the train from Bendigo Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
23h 29m
$631–1,647
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Alice Springs to Adelaidebus Adelaide
2. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain The Overland
33h 58m
$401–927

Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) flights

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Distance: 1,880.8 km
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Alice Springs Airport (ASP), Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

Qantas and Virgin Australia fly from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Alice Springs and Adelaide in around 31h 58m.

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