What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Alexandria?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Alexandria is to bus via Liverpool Station, Stand G which costs $100 - $115 and takes 12h.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Alexandria?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Alexandria is to fly which takes 3h 5m and costs $140 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Alexandria?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Alexandria. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Euston Rd After Maddox St via Liverpool Station, Stand G and Newtown Station, King St, Stand C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Alexandria?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne to Alexandria station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross and arriving at Green Square Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 7m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Alexandria?

The distance between Melbourne and Alexandria is 731 km. The road distance is 851.2 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Alexandria without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Alexandria without a car is to train which takes 11h 7m and costs $65 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Alexandria?

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Melbourne to Alexandria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Alexandria bus from?

Melbourne to Alexandria bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Alexandria train from?

Melbourne to Alexandria train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Southern Cross station.

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne to Alexandria?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Alexandria is to fly which takes 3h 5m and costs $140 - $350. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $250 and takes 11h 7m, you could also bus via Liverpool Station, Stand G, which costs $100 - $115 and takes 12h.

Where does the Melbourne to Alexandria bus arrive?

Melbourne to Alexandria bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Liverpool station.

Where does the Melbourne to Alexandria train arrive?

Melbourne to Alexandria train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Alexandria?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Alexandria is 851 km. It takes approximately 8h 55m to drive from Melbourne to Alexandria.

Where can I stay near Alexandria?

There are 5204+ hotels available in Alexandria.

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There are 6 ways to get from Melbourne to Alexandria by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MEL - SYD
3h 5m
$146–341
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
11h 7m
$70–248
Bus via Liverpool Station, Stand G
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Liverpoolbus Sydney
12h
$103–111
Drive 851.2 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Alexandriacar 851.2 km
8h 55m
$152–219
Train to Avalon Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Lara Stationtrain
2. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane AVV - SYD
4h 33m
$117–290
Bus
1. Take the bus from Melbourne to Sydney Central Stationbus Au100-3 / ...
12h 21m
$137–225

Melbourne to Alexandria by train

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Distance: 730.9 km
Duration: 3h 5m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Alexandria, 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 Southern Cross to Central Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $65–250 and the journey takes 11h 2m.

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