What is the cheapest way to get from Canberra Centre to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Canberra Centre to Melbourne is to bus and train which costs $60 - $230 and takes 9h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canberra Centre to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Canberra Centre to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 15m and costs $170 - $440.

Is there a direct bus between Canberra Centre and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Canberra Jolimont Tourist Centre and arriving at Melbourne. Services depart four times a day. The journey takes approximately 7h 52m.

How far is it from Canberra Centre to Melbourne?

The distance between Canberra Centre and Melbourne is 499 km. The road distance is 646.8 km.

How do I travel from Canberra Centre to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Canberra Centre to Melbourne without a car is to bus which takes 8h and costs $100 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Canberra Centre to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Canberra Centre to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra Centre to Melbourne bus from?

Canberra Centre to Melbourne bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Canberra Jolimont Tourist Centre station.

Bus or fly from Canberra Centre to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Canberra Centre to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 15m and costs $170 - $440. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $150 and takes 8h.

Where does the Canberra Centre to Melbourne bus arrive?

Canberra Centre to Melbourne bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Melbourne station.

Can I drive from Canberra Centre to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra Centre to Melbourne is 647 km. It takes approximately 6h 54m to drive from Canberra Centre to Melbourne.

How do I get a bus ticket from Canberra Centre to Melbourne?

Book your Canberra Centre to Melbourne bus tickets online with 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5517+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Canberra Centre to Melbourne - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Canberra Centre to Melbourne by plane, bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane CBR - MEL
3h 15m
$171–433
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St to Yass Junction, Coach Stopbus 781
2. Take the train from Yass Junction to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
9h 26m
$64–223
Bus
1. Take the bus from Canberra Jolimont Tourist Centre to Melbournebus Au100-4 / ...
8h
$100–150
Drive 646.8 km
1. Drive from Canberra Centre to Melbournecar 646.8 km
6h 54m
$140–201
Bus via Canberra (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
8h 10m
$100–230

Canberra Centre to Melbourne by foot, bus, and train

14Weekly Services

9h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 499.3 km
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Canberra Centre, ACT, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and two other airlines fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) hourly. Alternatively, FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Canberra Jolimont Tourist Centre to Melbourne 4 times a day. Tickets cost $100–150 and the journey takes 7h 52m.

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