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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Parramatta is to train which costs $70 - $260 and takes 12h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Parramatta is to fly and train which takes 2h 13m and costs $110 - $300.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Parramatta station. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and arriving at Parramatta Station, Stand A1 via Southern Cross Coach Terminal and Liverpool Station, Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 50m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne Airport (MEL) station to Parramatta station. However, there are services departing from Broadmeadows Station and arriving at Parramatta Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 16m.

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

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Parramatta is 739 km. The road distance is 833 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Parramatta without a car is to train which takes 12h 16m and costs $70 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Parramatta, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Parramatta?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Parramatta is to train which takes 12h 16m and costs $70 - $260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $125 - $135 and takes 12h 50m.

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

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

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Parramatta is 833 km. It takes approximately 8h 43m to drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Parramatta.

Where can I stay near Parramatta?

There are 4603+ hotels available in Parramatta.

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

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

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Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MEL - SYD
2. Take the train from Central Station to Parramatta Stationtrain
2h 13m
$110–293
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Broadmeadows Station to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
12h 16m
$75–254
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Liverpoolbus Sydney
12h 50m
$128–135
Drive 833 km
1. Drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Parramattacar 833 km
8h 43m
$149–215
Bus via Sydney Central Station
1. Take the bus from Melbourne to Sydney Central Stationbus Au100-3 / ...
13h 52m
$162–266

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Parramatta by bus and train

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Distance: 738.5 km
Duration: 2h 13m

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

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. Alternatively, Firefly Express operates a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Liverpool once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 10h 15m.

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