What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Central Station is to bus which costs $106 - $111 and takes 12h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Central Station?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Central Station is to fly which takes 1h 48m and costs $100 - $290.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Central Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Central Station station. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd and arriving at Central Station via Broadmeadows Station/Pascoe Vale Rd and Campbellfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Central Station?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne Airport (MEL) station to Central Station station. However, there are services departing from Broadmeadows Station and arriving at Central Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 51m.

How far is it from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Central Station?

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Central Station is 715 km. The road distance is 847.4 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Central Station without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Central Station without a car is to train which takes 11h 51m and costs $70 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Central Station?

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Central Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Central Station bus from?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Central Station bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Melbourne station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Central Station train from?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Central Station train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Broadmeadows Station.

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Central Station?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Central Station is to fly which takes 1h 48m and costs $100 - $290. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $250 and takes 11h 51m, you could also bus, which costs $106 - $111 and takes 12h 21m.

Where does the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Central Station bus arrive?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Central Station bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Sydney Central Station.

Where does the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Central Station train arrive?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Central Station train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Central Station is 847 km. It takes approximately 8h 52m to drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Central Station.

How do I get a bus ticket from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Central Station?

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

Where can I stay near Central Station?

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There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Central Station by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MEL - SYD
1h 48m
$105–283
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Broadmeadows Station to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
11h 51m
$71–246
Bus
1. Take the bus from Campbellfield to Central Stationbus Sydney
12h 21m
$107–111
Drive 847.4 km
1. Drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Central Stationcar 847.4 km
8h 52m
$151–217
Bus via Melbourne
1. Take the bus from Melbourne to Sydney Central Stationbus Au100-3 / ...
13h 27m
$148–238

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Central Station by bus and train

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Distance: 715.3 km
Duration: 1h 48m

What companies run services between Melbourne Airport (MEL), Australia and Central Station, NSW, Australia?

Jetstar, Qantas, and Virgin Australia fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD) every 20 minutes. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Broadmeadows Station to Central Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $65–240 and the journey takes 10h 34m.

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