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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney is to bus which costs $65 - $100 and takes 14h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney is to fly which takes 1h 40m and costs $120 - $310.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Airport T3 Skybus/Arrival Dr and arriving at Sydney Central Station via Melbourne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 27m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne Airport (MEL) station to Sydney 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 Sydney?

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Sydney is 713 km. The road distance is 849.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney 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 Sydney?

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

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

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney is to fly which takes 1h 40m and costs $120 - $310. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $250 and takes 11h 51m, you could also bus via Melbourne, which costs $150 - $260 and takes 13h 27m.

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

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

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney is 849 km. It takes approximately 8h 53m to drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney 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 40m
$123–305
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Broadmeadows Station, Railway Cres to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1bus 6404 / ...
14h 47m
$66–96
Train
1. Take the train from Broadmeadows Station to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
11h 51m
$71–246
Bus via Melbourne
1. Take the bus from Melbourne to Sydney Central Stationbus Au100-3 / ...
13h 27m
$158–258
Drive 849.2 km
1. Drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydneycar 849.2 km
8h 53m
$152–219

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney by bus and train

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Distance: 713 km
Duration: 1h 40m

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

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas 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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