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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney Opera House is to train which costs $70 - $260 and takes 12h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney Opera House is to fly which takes 1h 59m and costs $120 - $310.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney Opera House 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 58m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne Airport (MEL) station to Sydney Opera House station. However, there are services departing from Broadmeadows Station and arriving at Circular Quay Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 10m.

How far is it from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney Opera House?

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Sydney Opera House is 717 km. The road distance is 849.8 km.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney Opera House?

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney Opera House, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

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

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney Opera House is to fly which takes 1h 59m and costs $120 - $310. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $260 and takes 12h 10m, you could also bus, which costs $120 - $330 and takes 12h 58m.

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

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

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney Opera House is 850 km. It takes approximately 8h 54m to drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney Opera House.

Where can I stay near Sydney Opera House?

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There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney Opera House 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
1h 59m
$126–310
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Broadmeadows Station to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
12h 10m
$74–253
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central Stationbus Sydney
12h 58m
$126–325
Drive 849.8 km
1. Drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney Opera Housecar 849.8 km
8h 54m
$152–219
Bus via Melbourne Airport T3 Skybus/Arrival Dr
1. Take the bus from Melbourne to Sydney Central Stationbus Au100-3 / ...
13h 46m
$161–265

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney Opera House by bus, train, and foot

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Distance: 716.9 km
Duration: 1h 59m

What companies run services between Melbourne Airport (MEL), Australia and Sydney Opera House, 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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