What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD is to bus via Melbourne Airport T3 Skybus/Arrival Dr which costs $35 - $90 and takes 13h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD is to fly which takes 1h 57m and costs $100 - $330.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Adelaide CBD?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and arriving at Adelaide via Southern Cross Coach Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Adelaide CBD?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne Airport (MEL) station to Adelaide CBD station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Station and arriving at Adelaide Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 22m.

How far is it from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD?

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Adelaide CBD is 651 km. The road distance is 716.8 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD without a car is to bus which takes 11h 44m and costs $123 - $127.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD?

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD bus from?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD train from?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD is to fly which takes 1h 57m and costs $100 - $330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $123 - $127 and takes 11h 44m, you could also train, which costs $170 - $420 and takes 12h 22m.

Where does the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD bus arrive?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Adelaide station.

What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Adelaide CBD?

Adelaide CBD is 30 min behind Melbourne Airport (MEL). It is currently 9:10 AM in Melbourne Airport (MEL) and 8:40 AM in Adelaide CBD.

Where does the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD train arrive?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at Adelaide Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD is 717 km. It takes approximately 8h 4m to drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD.

How do I get a bus ticket from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD?

Book your Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD bus tickets online with 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Adelaide CBD?

There are 1626+ hotels available in Adelaide CBD.

Can I share a ride from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Adelaide CBD. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD - 6 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD by plane, bus, train, rideshare, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)plane MEL - ADL
1h 57m
$100–325
Bus via Melbourne Airport T3 Skybus/Arrival Dr
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to 85 Franklin Stbus Coach
13h 22m
$39–88
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Adelaidebus Adelaide
11h 44m
$123–127
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Adelaide Stationtrain The Overland
12h 22m
$173–413
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Melbourne-MEL to Adelaide CBDrideshare 716.8 km
8h 4m
Drive 716.8 km
1. Drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBDcar 716.8 km
8h 4m
$128–185

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD by bus

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Distance: 650.7 km
Duration: 1h 57m

What companies run services between Melbourne Airport (MEL), Australia and Adelaide CBD, SA, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and two other airlines fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL) hourly. Alternatively, Firefly Express operates a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Adelaide twice daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 10h 15m.

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