What is the cheapest way to get from Chatswood to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Chatswood to Melbourne is to train which costs $80 - $250 and takes 12h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chatswood to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Chatswood to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 40m and costs $150 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Chatswood and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Chatswood station to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Chatswood and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Chatswood station to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Chatswood Station and arriving at Southern Cross via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 5m.

How far is it from Chatswood to Melbourne?

The distance between Chatswood and Melbourne is 745 km. The road distance is 861 km.

How do I travel from Chatswood to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Chatswood to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 12h 5m and costs $80 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Chatswood to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Chatswood to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chatswood to Melbourne bus from?

Chatswood to Melbourne bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Chatswood to Melbourne train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chatswood to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Chatswood to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 40m and costs $150 - $390. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $80 - $250 and takes 12h 5m, you could also bus, which costs $60 - $310 and takes 12h 30m.

Where does the Chatswood to Melbourne bus arrive?

Chatswood to Melbourne bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Chatswood to Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chatswood to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Chatswood to Melbourne is 861 km. It takes approximately 9h 10m to drive from Chatswood to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5336+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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

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

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Fly to Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane SYD - MEL
3h 40m
$153–387
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
12h 30m
$64–305
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
12h 5m
$84–245
Drive 861 km
1. Drive from Chatswood to Melbournecar 861 km
9h 10m
$156–225
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 18m
$137–341
Bus via Melbourne
1. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Melbournebus Au100-3 / ...
13h 21m
$134–207

Chatswood to Melbourne by subway and train

29Weekly Services

12h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 745.1 km
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Chatswood, 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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