What is the cheapest way to get from Cape York Peninsula to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Cape York Peninsula to Melbourne is to drive and fly which costs $450 - $1,400 and takes 12h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cape York Peninsula to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Cape York Peninsula to Melbourne is to drive and fly which takes 12h 16m and costs $450 - $1,400.

How far is it from Cape York Peninsula to Melbourne?

The distance between Cape York Peninsula and Melbourne is 2994 km. The road distance is 3510.6 km.

How long does it take to get from Cape York Peninsula to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 12h 16m to get from Cape York Peninsula to Melbourne, including transfers.

Can I drive from Cape York Peninsula to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Cape York Peninsula to Melbourne is 3511 km. It takes approximately 46h 47m to drive from Cape York Peninsula to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5286+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Cape York Peninsula to Melbourne - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 3 ways to get from Cape York Peninsula to Melbourne by car, plane, or train

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Drive, fly to Melbourne Airport
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1. Drive from Cape York Peninsula to Weipa Airport (WEI)car
2. Fly from Weipa Airport (WEI) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane WEI - MEL
12h 16m
$450–1,375
Drive 3,510.6 km
1. Drive from Cape York Peninsula to Melbournecar 3,510.6 km
46h 47m
$630–909
Drive, fly to Avalon Airport, train
1. Drive from Cape York Peninsula to Weipa Airport (WEI)car
2. Fly from Weipa Airport (WEI) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane WEI - AVV
3. Take the train from Lara Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
17h 49m
$596–1,765

Weipa Airport (WEI) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) flights

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7h 31mAverage Duration

$396Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,994.3 km
Duration: 12h 16m

What companies run services between Cape York Peninsula, QLD, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

There is no direct connection from Cape York Peninsula to Melbourne. However, you can drive to Weipa Airport (WEI) airport, fly to Melbourne Airport (MEL), walk to Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr, then take the bus to Skybus Coach Terminal. Alternatively, you can drive from Cape York Peninsula to Melbourne in around 46h 47m.

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