What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to St Kilda Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to St Kilda Beach is to bus via North Haven station which costs $110 - $190 and takes 14h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to St Kilda Beach?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to St Kilda Beach is to fly which takes 1h 46m and costs $170 - $430.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and St Kilda Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to St Kilda Beach. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and arriving at Stop 60 Victoria Rd - West side via Southern Cross Coach Terminal and Stop X1 Currie St - South side. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and St Kilda Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne Airport (MEL) station to St Kilda Beach station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Station and arriving at Adelaide Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 24m.

How far is it from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to St Kilda Beach?

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and St Kilda Beach is 673 km. The road distance is 744.3 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to St Kilda Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to St Kilda Beach without a car is to train which takes 12h 24m and costs $240 - $550.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to St Kilda Beach?

It takes approximately 1h 46m to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to St Kilda Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to St Kilda Beach bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to St Kilda Beach train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to St Kilda Beach?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to St Kilda Beach is to fly which takes 1h 46m and costs $170 - $430. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $240 - $550 and takes 12h 24m, you could also bus, which costs $190 - $230 and takes 13h 46m.

Where does the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to St Kilda Beach bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and St Kilda Beach?

St Kilda Beach is 30 min behind Melbourne Airport (MEL). It is currently 2:01 PM in Melbourne Airport (MEL) and 1:31 PM in St Kilda Beach.

Where does the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to St Kilda Beach train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to St Kilda Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) to St Kilda Beach is 744 km. It takes approximately 8h 29m to drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to St Kilda Beach.

Where can I stay near St Kilda Beach?

There are 1619+ hotels available in St Kilda Beach.

Can I share a ride from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to St Kilda Beach?

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

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to St Kilda Beach - 6 ways to travel via train

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)plane MEL - ADL
1h 46m
$179–424
Bus via North Haven station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to 85 Franklin Stbus Coach
14h 49m
$119–188
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Adelaide Stationtrain The Overland
12h 24m
$248–508
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Adelaidebus Adelaide
13h 46m
$198–222
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Melbourne-MEL to St Kilda Beachrideshare 744.3 km
8h 29m
Drive 744.3 km
1. Drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to St Kilda Beachcar 744.3 km
8h 29m
$133–191

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL) flights

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Distance: 673.4 km
Duration: 1h 46m

What companies run services between Melbourne Airport (MEL), Australia and St Kilda Beach, SA, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and two other airlines fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL) hourly. Alternatively, Journey Beyond - The Overland operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Adelaide Station twice a week. Tickets cost $140–380 and the journey takes 10h 30m.

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