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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Chatswood is to train which costs $70 - $260 and takes 12h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Chatswood is to fly which takes 2h 4m and costs $100 - $290.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Chatswood station. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and arriving at Central Station via Southern Cross Coach Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 55m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne Airport (MEL) station to Chatswood station. However, there are services departing from Broadmeadows Station and arriving at Chatswood Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 7m.

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

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Chatswood is 727 km. The road distance is 851.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Chatswood without a car is to train which takes 12h 7m and costs $70 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Chatswood, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

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

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Chatswood is to fly which takes 2h 4m and costs $100 - $290. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $260 and takes 12h 7m, you could also bus, which costs $120 - $330 and takes 12h 55m.

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

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Chatswood bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Central Station.

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

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

Can I drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Chatswood?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Chatswood is 852 km. It takes approximately 9h to drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Chatswood.

Where can I stay near Chatswood?

There are 5235+ hotels available in Chatswood.

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Chatswood - 5 ways to travel via train, and plane

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MEL - SYD
2h 4m
$108–289
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Broadmeadows Station to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
12h 7m
$74–252
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central Stationbus Sydney
12h 55m
$126–324
Drive 851.6 km
1. Drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Chatswoodcar 851.6 km
9h
$151–218
Bus via Melbourne Airport T3 Skybus/Arrival Dr
1. Take the bus from Melbourne to Sydney Central Stationbus Au100-3 / ...
13h 43m
$151–244

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Chatswood by bus, train, and subway

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12h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 726.9 km
Duration: 2h 4m

What companies run services between Melbourne Airport (MEL), Australia and Chatswood, 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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