What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Balmoral Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Balmoral Beach is to train which costs $70 - $260 and takes 11h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Balmoral Beach?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Balmoral Beach is to fly which takes 3h 41m and costs $130 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Balmoral Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Balmoral Beach. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Raglan St At The Esplanade via Crows Nest Station, Pacific Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Balmoral Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne to Balmoral Beach station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross and arriving at Wynyard Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 21m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Balmoral Beach?

The distance between Melbourne and Balmoral Beach is 746 km. The road distance is 862.9 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Balmoral Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Balmoral Beach without a car is to train which takes 11h 21m and costs $70 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Balmoral Beach?

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Melbourne to Balmoral Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Balmoral Beach bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Balmoral Beach train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne to Balmoral Beach?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Balmoral Beach is to fly which takes 3h 41m and costs $130 - $340. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $260 and takes 11h 21m, you could also bus, which costs $100 - $300 and takes 11h 56m.

Where does the Melbourne to Balmoral Beach bus arrive?

Melbourne to Balmoral Beach bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Melbourne to Balmoral Beach train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Balmoral Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Balmoral Beach is 863 km. It takes approximately 9h 15m to drive from Melbourne to Balmoral Beach.

Where can I stay near Balmoral Beach?

There are 5219+ hotels available in Balmoral Beach.

Melbourne to Balmoral Beach - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Melbourne to Balmoral Beach by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly from Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MEL - SYD
3h 41m
$136–334
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
11h 21m
$74–256
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central Stationbus Sydney
11h 56m
$102–295
Drive 862.9 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Balmoral Beachcar 862.9 km
9h 15m
$154–223
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
5h 9m
$107–283
Bus via Melbourne
1. Take the bus from Melbourne to Sydney Central Stationbus Au100-3 / ...
12h 41m
$143–233

Melbourne to Balmoral Beach by train and bus

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11h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 745.9 km
Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Balmoral Beach, 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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