What is the cheapest way to get from James Cook University to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from James Cook University to Melbourne is to fly which costs $220 - $600 and takes 6h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from James Cook University to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from James Cook University to Melbourne is to fly which takes 6h 2m and costs $220 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between James Cook University and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from James Cook University to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from JCU - Student Union Mall and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St via Townsville, Brisbane and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 8h.

Is there a direct train between James Cook University and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from James Cook University to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Townsville and arriving at Southern Cross via Roma Street Station and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 53m.

How far is it from James Cook University to Melbourne?

The distance between James Cook University and Melbourne is 2100 km. The road distance is 2439.4 km.

How do I travel from James Cook University to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from James Cook University to Melbourne without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 47h 53m and costs $300 - $5,500.

How long does it take to get from James Cook University to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from James Cook University to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the James Cook University to Melbourne bus from?

James Cook University to Melbourne bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Townsville station.

Where do I catch the James Cook University to Melbourne train from?

James Cook University to Melbourne train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Townsville station.

Train, bus or fly from James Cook University to Melbourne?

The best way to get from James Cook University to Melbourne is to fly which takes 6h 2m and costs $220 - $600. Alternatively, you can train via Sydney, which costs $300 - $5,500 and takes 47h 53m, you could also bus, which costs $460 - $850 and takes 2 days 8h.

Where does the James Cook University to Melbourne bus arrive?

James Cook University to Melbourne bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Brisbane Roma Street station.

Where does the James Cook University to Melbourne train arrive?

James Cook University to Melbourne train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from James Cook University to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between James Cook University to Melbourne is 2439 km. It takes approximately 28h 18m to drive from James Cook University to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

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There are 5 ways to get from James Cook University to Melbourne by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane TSV - MEL
6h 2m
$220–580
Train via Sydney
1. Take the train from Townsville to Roma Streettrain
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Stationtrain 32
3. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
47h 53m
$306–5,390
Bus
1. Take the bus from Townsville to Brisbane Roma Streetbus
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Central Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
2d 8h
$460–810
Drive 2,439.4 km
1. Drive from James Cook University to Melbournecar 2,439.4 km
28h 18m
$445–643
Train
1. Take the train from Townsville to Roma Streettrain Spirit of Queensland
2. Take the train from Brisbane to Southern Crosstrain
3d 1h
$2,742–8,602

James Cook University to Melbourne by foot, bus, and train

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Distance: 2,099.6 km
Duration: 6h 2m

What companies run services between James Cook University, QLD, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

Jetstar, Qantas, and Virgin Australia fly from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from James Cook University to Southern Cross via JCU - Student Union Mall, Flinders St at Townsville station, Townsville, Roma Street, Roma Street Station, and Central Station in around 47h 53m.

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