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

The cheapest way to get from Elizabeth to Melbourne is to bus and train which costs $22 - $75 and takes 14h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elizabeth to Melbourne is to train and fly which takes 4h 4m and costs $130 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Elizabeth and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Elizabeth to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Stop 64B Playford Blvd - East side and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Adelaide. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Elizabeth and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Elizabeth station to Melbourne station. However, there are services departing from Elizabeth station and arriving at Southern Cross Station via Adelaide Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 26m.

How far is it from Elizabeth to Melbourne?

The distance between Elizabeth and Melbourne is 696 km. The road distance is 745.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Elizabeth to Melbourne without a car is to bus which takes 11h 56m and costs $99 - $104.

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

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Elizabeth to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elizabeth to Melbourne bus from?

Elizabeth to Melbourne bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Adelaide station.

Where do I catch the Elizabeth to Melbourne train from?

Elizabeth to Melbourne train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from Adelaide Station.

Train or bus from Elizabeth to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Elizabeth to Melbourne is to bus which takes 11h 56m and costs $99 - $104. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $150 - $390 and takes 13h 26m.

Where does the Elizabeth to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Elizabeth and Melbourne?

Melbourne is 30 min ahead of Elizabeth. It is currently 6:44 AM in Elizabeth and 7:14 AM in Melbourne.

Where does the Elizabeth to Melbourne train arrive?

Elizabeth to Melbourne train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Elizabeth to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Elizabeth to Melbourne is 745 km. It takes approximately 8h 31m to drive from Elizabeth to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5303+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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Train, fly
best
1. Take the train from Elizabeth station to Adelaide stationtrain
2. Fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane ADL - MEL
4h 4m
$133–368
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 85 Franklin St to Bendigo Station/Railway Plbus Coach
2. Take the train from Bendigo Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Bendigo
14h 31m
$23–73
Bus
1. Take the bus from Adelaide to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
11h 56m
$100–104
Train
1. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain The Overland
13h 26m
$150–390
Drive 745.1 km
1. Drive from Elizabeth to Melbournecar 745.1 km
8h 31m
$134–194

Elizabeth to Melbourne by bus and foot

14Weekly Services

11h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 696.2 km
Duration: 4h 4m

What companies run services between Elizabeth, SA, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

Firefly Express operates a bus from Adelaide to Southern Cross Coach Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 9h 50m. Alternatively, Journey Beyond - The Overland operates a train from Adelaide Station to Southern Cross Station twice a week. Tickets cost $140–380 and the journey takes 11h 25m.

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