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

The cheapest way to get from Lismore to Melbourne is to bus and train via Ballarat which costs $9 - $27 and takes 3h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lismore to Melbourne is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Lismore and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Lismore to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Newsagency/Hamilton Hwy and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Ballarat. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Lismore to Melbourne?

The distance between Lismore and Melbourne is 203 km. The road distance is 165.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Lismore to Melbourne without a car is to bus and train via Ballarat which takes 3h 17m and costs $9 - $27.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Lismore to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lismore to Melbourne bus from?

Lismore to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Newsagency/Hamilton Hwy station.

Where does the Lismore to Melbourne bus arrive?

Lismore to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St.

Can I drive from Lismore to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Lismore to Melbourne is 165 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Lismore to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5297+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Lismore to Melbourne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Lismore to Melbourne by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train via Ballarat
best
1. Take the bus from Newsagency/Hamilton Hwy to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
2. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
3h 17m
$9–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newsagency/Hamilton Hwy to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
4h
$96–114
Drive 165.4 km
1. Drive from Lismore to Melbournecar 165.4 km
1h 55m
$30–43
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Newsagency/Hamilton Hwy to Camperdown Station/Longmore Stbus Coach
2. Take the train from Camperdown Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Geelong
4h 15m
$10–25

Lismore to Melbourne by bus and train

5Weekly Services

3h 17mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 202.6 km
Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between Lismore, VIC, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Newsagency/Hamilton Hwy to Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Ballarat in around 4h.

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