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

The cheapest way to get from Illawarra to Melbourne is to bus which costs $90 - $110 and takes 12h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Illawarra to Melbourne is to train and fly which takes 5h 21m and costs $150 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Illawarra and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Illawarra to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Shellharbour Rd After Barnes St and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Tongarra Rd Opp Halket Lane and Goulburn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 41m.

How far is it from Illawarra to Melbourne?

The distance between Illawarra and Melbourne is 821 km. The road distance is 793.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Illawarra to Melbourne without a car is to bus and train which takes 12h 17m and costs $80 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Illawarra to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Illawarra to Melbourne bus from?

Illawarra to Melbourne bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, depart from Tongarra Rd Opp Halket Lane station.

Where does the Illawarra to Melbourne bus arrive?

Illawarra to Melbourne bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, arrive at Goulburn Station, Coach Stop.

Can I drive from Illawarra to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Illawarra to Melbourne is 793 km. It takes approximately 8h 36m to drive from Illawarra to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5285+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Illawarra to Melbourne - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Illawarra to Melbourne by train, plane, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train to Sydney International Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport
best
1. Take the train from Wollongong Station to Wolli Creek Stationtrain
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane SYD - MEL
5h 21m
$158–385
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tongarra Rd Opp Halket Lane to Moss Vale Court House, Argyle Stbus 855
2. Take the train from Moss Vale Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
12h 17m
$84–250
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tongarra Rd Opp Halket Lane to Goulburn Station, Coach Stopbus 855
2. Take the bus from Goulburn to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
12h 41m
$91–104
Drive 793.5 km
1. Drive from Illawarra to Melbournecar 793.5 km
8h 36m
$144–208
Train to Sydney International Airport, fly to Avalon Airport, train
1. Take the train from Wollongong Station to Wolli Creek Stationtrain
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane SYD - AVV
3. Take the train from Lara Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
6h 59m
$137–339
Bus to Canberra International Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport
1. Take the bus from Tongarra Rd Opp Halket Lane to Jolimont Centrebus
2. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane CBR - MEL
7h 39m
$203–417
Bus via Canberra
1. Take the bus from Tongarra Rd Opp Halket Lane to Jolimont Centrebus 855
2. Take the bus from Canberra to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
13h 16m
$143–293

Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) flights

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1h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 821.1 km
Duration: 5h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Shellharbour Rd After Barnes St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Tongarra Rd Opp Halket Lane and Goulburn in around 12h 41m.

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