What is the cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Port Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Port Melbourne is to train and fly which costs $140 - $420 and takes 6h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brisbane to Port Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Brisbane to Port Melbourne is to fly which takes 4h 50m and costs $170 - $370.

Is there a direct train between Brisbane and Port Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Brisbane station to Port Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Roma Street Station and arriving at Southern Cross via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 25m.

How far is it from Brisbane to Port Melbourne?

The distance between Brisbane and Port Melbourne is 1417 km. The road distance is 1646.1 km.

How do I travel from Brisbane to Port Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Brisbane to Port Melbourne without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 26h 25m and costs $170 - $490.

How long does it take to get from Brisbane to Port Melbourne?

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Brisbane to Port Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brisbane to Port Melbourne bus from?

Brisbane to Port Melbourne bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Brisbane station.

Where do I catch the Brisbane to Port Melbourne train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Brisbane to Port Melbourne?

The best way to get from Brisbane to Port Melbourne is to fly which takes 4h 50m and costs $170 - $370. Alternatively, you can train via Sydney, which costs $170 - $490 and takes 26h 25m, you could also bus, which costs $260 - $550 and takes 31h 5m.

Where does the Brisbane to Port Melbourne bus arrive?

Brisbane to Port Melbourne bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Brisbane to Port Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brisbane to Port Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Brisbane to Port Melbourne is 1646 km. It takes approximately 18h 28m to drive from Brisbane to Port Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Port Melbourne?

There are 5262+ hotels available in Port Melbourne.

Brisbane to Port Melbourne - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Brisbane and Port Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Brisbane to Port Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Brisbane and arriving at Port Melbourne Cricket Ground/Williamstown Rd via Sydney Central Station and Southern Cross Station/Collins St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 5m.

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There are 7 ways to get from Brisbane to Port Melbourne by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), 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 50m
$173–370
Train to Gold Coast Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from South Brisbane station, platform 1 to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2train
2. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane OOL - MEL
6h 35m
$146–416
Train via Sydney
1. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Stationtrain 32
2. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
26h 25m
$171–489
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brisbane to Central Stationbus Sydney
2. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Melbournebus Au100-3 / ...
31h 5m
$268–544
Drive 1,646.1 km
1. Drive from Brisbane to Port Melbournecar 1,646.1 km
18h 28m
$293–423
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 20m
$159–520
Train
1. Take the train from Brisbane to Southern Crosstrain
2d 3h
$2,696–3,696

Brisbane to Port Melbourne by train and bus

11Weekly Services

26h 25mAverage Duration

$171Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,416.6 km
Duration: 4h 50m

What companies run services between Brisbane, QLD, Australia and Port 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 Port Melbourne Cricket Ground/Williamstown Rd via Central Station, Southern Cross, and Southern Cross Station/Collins St in around 26h 25m.

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