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

The cheapest way to get from Hornsby to Melbourne is to train which costs $85 - $250 and takes 12h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hornsby to Melbourne is to train and fly which takes 4h 2m and costs $150 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between Hornsby and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Hornsby to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Hornsby and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Hornsby and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Hornsby station to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Hornsby Station and arriving at Southern Cross via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 27m.

How far is it from Hornsby to Melbourne?

The distance between Hornsby and Melbourne is 767 km. The road distance is 862.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Hornsby to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 12h 27m and costs $85 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Hornsby to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hornsby to Melbourne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Hornsby to Melbourne train from?

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

Train or bus from Hornsby to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Hornsby to Melbourne is to train which takes 12h 27m and costs $85 - $250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $330 and takes 13h 5m.

Where does the Hornsby to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Hornsby to Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hornsby to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Hornsby to Melbourne is 862 km. It takes approximately 9h 11m to drive from Hornsby to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5312+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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Train to Sydney International Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport
best
1. Take the train from Hornsby Station to Central Stationtrain
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane SYD - MEL
4h 2m
$154–380
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
13h 5m
$78–325
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
12h 27m
$85–248
Drive 862.1 km
1. Drive from Hornsby to Melbournecar 862.1 km
9h 11m
$154–223
Fly Sydney International Airport 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 40m
$133–334
Train to Newcastle Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport
1. Take the train from Hornsby Station to Hamilton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane NTL - MEL
5h 56m
$140–386
Bus via Melbourne
1. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Melbournebus Au100-3 / ...
13h 32m
$125–208

Hornsby to Melbourne by train

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Distance: 767.3 km
Duration: 4h 2m

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

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. Alternatively, Firefly Express operates a bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal once daily. Tickets cost $63–66 and the journey takes 11h 15m. Greyhound Australia also services this route once daily.

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