What is the cheapest way to get from Canberra (Station) to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Canberra (Station) to Melbourne is to bus which costs $75 - $140 and takes 8h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canberra (Station) to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Canberra (Station) to Melbourne is to line 3 bus and fly which takes 3h 55m and costs $150 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Canberra (Station) and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Canberra (Station) to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Wentworth Av opp Canberra Railway Stn and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St via Canberra. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

How far is it from Canberra (Station) to Melbourne?

The distance between Canberra (Station) and Melbourne is 500 km. The road distance is 652.4 km.

How do I travel from Canberra (Station) to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Canberra (Station) to Melbourne without a car is to bus which takes 8h 50m and costs $75 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Canberra (Station) to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Canberra (Station) to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra (Station) to Melbourne bus from?

Canberra (Station) to Melbourne bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Canberra station.

Where does the Canberra (Station) to Melbourne bus arrive?

Canberra (Station) to Melbourne bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Can I drive from Canberra (Station) to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra (Station) to Melbourne is 652 km. It takes approximately 7h 1m to drive from Canberra (Station) to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5310+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Canberra (Station) to Melbourne - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 3 bus

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

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Line 3 bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Russell Dr before Kelliher Dr to 8 Brindabella Cctbus
2. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane CBR - MEL
3h 55m
$151–333
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Canberra Station, Coach Stop to Yass Junction, Coach Stopbus 781
2. Take the train from Yass Junction to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
9h 30m
$64–223
Bus
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
8h 50m
$78–135
Drive 652.4 km
1. Drive from Canberra (Station) to Melbournecar 652.4 km
7h 1m
$117–169
Bus via Southern Cross Coach Terminal (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
9h 20m
$103–235

Canberra (Station) to Melbourne by bus and train

14Weekly Services

9h 30mAverage Duration

$64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 499.5 km
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Canberra (Station), ACT, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Canberra to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St twice daily. Tickets cost $75–130 and the journey takes 7h 30m.

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