What is the cheapest way to get from Brisbane (Region) to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane (Region) to Melbourne is to bus which costs $160 - $200 and takes 28h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brisbane (Region) to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Brisbane (Region) to Melbourne is to fly which takes 4h 21m and costs $170 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Brisbane (Region) and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Brisbane (Region) station to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Roma Street Station, Stand F and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Strathfield Station, Albert Rd, Stand E and Liverpool. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Brisbane (Region) and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brisbane and arriving at Southern Cross. Services depart once a week, and operate Monday. The journey takes approximately 2 days 2h.

How far is it from Brisbane (Region) to Melbourne?

The distance between Brisbane (Region) and Melbourne is 1410 km. The road distance is 1644 km.

How do I travel from Brisbane (Region) to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Brisbane (Region) to Melbourne without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 26h 15m and costs $130 - $500.

How long does it take to get from Brisbane (Region) to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Brisbane (Region) to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brisbane (Region) to Melbourne bus from?

Brisbane (Region) to Melbourne bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Roma Street Station, Stand F.

Where do I catch the Brisbane (Region) to Melbourne train from?

Brisbane (Region) to Melbourne train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Roma Street Station.

Train, bus or fly from Brisbane (Region) to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Brisbane (Region) to Melbourne is to fly which takes 4h 21m and costs $170 - $370. Alternatively, you can train via Sydney, which costs $130 - $500 and takes 26h 15m, you could also bus, which costs $160 - $200 and takes 28h 5m.

Where does the Brisbane (Region) to Melbourne bus arrive?

Brisbane (Region) to Melbourne bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Strathfield Station, Everton Rd, Stand A.

Where does the Brisbane (Region) to Melbourne train arrive?

Brisbane (Region) to Melbourne train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Brisbane (Region) to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Brisbane (Region) to Melbourne is 1644 km. It takes approximately 18h 21m to drive from Brisbane (Region) to Melbourne.

How do I get a train ticket from Brisbane (Region) to Melbourne?

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Where can I stay near Melbourne?

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Brisbane (Region) to Melbourne - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Brisbane (Region) to Melbourne by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Brisbane Airport to Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane BNE - MEL
4h 21m
$176–362
Train via Sydney
cheapest
1. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Stationtrain 32
2. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
26h 15m
$135–499
Bus
1. Take the bus from Roma Street Station, Stand F to Strathfield Station, Everton Rd, Stand Abus 3206
2. Take the bus from Liverpool to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
28h 5m
$166–200
Drive 1,644 km
1. Drive from Brisbane (Region) to Melbournecar 1,644 km
18h 21m
$296–428
Train to Gold Coast Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport
1. Take the train from Bowen Hills station, platform 1 to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2train
2. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane OOL - MEL
6h 14m
$140–400
Fly Brisbane Airport to Avalon Airport, train
1. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane BNE - AVV
2. Take the train from Lara Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
6h 4m
$162–522
Train to Sunshine Coast Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport
1. Take the train from Bowen Hills station, platform 4 to Landsborough station, platform 1train
2. Fly from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane MCY - MEL
7h 7m
$170–450
Train
1. Take the train from Brisbane to Southern Crosstrain
2d 2h
$2,690–3,690

Brisbane (Region) to Melbourne by train

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26h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,410.4 km
Duration: 4h 21m

What companies run services between Brisbane (Region), QLD, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

Jetstar, Qantas, and Virgin Australia fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Roma Street Station to Southern Cross via Central Station in around 26h 15m.

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