What is the cheapest way to get from Central Station to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Central Station to Melbourne is to bus via Liverpool Station which costs $65 - $75 and takes 12h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Central Station to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Central Station to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 29m and costs $140 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Central Station and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 station and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Central Station and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Central Station station and arriving at Southern Cross. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 50m.

How far is it from Central Station to Melbourne?

The distance between Central Station and Melbourne is 734 km. The road distance is 856.8 km.

How do I travel from Central Station to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Central Station to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 10h 50m and costs $80 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Central Station to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Central Station to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Central Station to Melbourne bus from?

Central Station to Melbourne bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

Where do I catch the Central Station to Melbourne train from?

Central Station to Melbourne train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Central Station to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Central Station to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 29m and costs $140 - $390. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $80 - $240 and takes 10h 50m, you could also bus via Liverpool Station, which costs $65 - $75 and takes 12h 18m.

Where does the Central Station to Melbourne bus arrive?

Central Station to Melbourne bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St station.

Where does the Central Station to Melbourne train arrive?

Central Station to Melbourne train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Central Station to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Central Station to Melbourne is 857 km. It takes approximately 9h 1m to drive from Central Station to Melbourne.

How do I get a train ticket from Central Station to Melbourne?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Central Station to Melbourne?

Book your Central Station to Melbourne bus tickets online with Omio, 12go.asia and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

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Central Station to Melbourne - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Central Station to Melbourne by plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly to Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane SYD - MEL
3h 29m
$149–381
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer Stbus 6101 / ...
13h 50m
$60–320
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
10h 50m
$80–240
Bus via Liverpool Station
1. Take the bus from Liverpool to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
12h 18m
$68–74
Drive 856.8 km
1. Drive from Central Station to Melbournecar 856.8 km
9h 1m
$156–224
Fly to Avalon Airport, train
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane SYD - AVV
2. Take the train from Lara Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
5h 7m
$133–335

Central Station to Melbourne by train

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Distance: 734.2 km
Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between Central Station, NSW, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

Jetstar, Qantas, and Virgin Australia fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) every 20 minutes. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Central Station to Southern Cross 4 times a day. Tickets cost $80–240 and the journey takes 10h 50m.

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