What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Blue Mountains?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Blue Mountains is to bus which costs $110 - $140 and takes 15h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Blue Mountains?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Blue Mountains is to fly and train which takes 6h 28m and costs $150 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Blue Mountains?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Blue Mountains. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Chifley Rd Opp Valley View Rd via Liverpool Station, Stand B, Prairiewood, Liverpool-Parramatta Twy, Blacktown Station, Stand D and Main St Before Bridge St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Blue Mountains?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne to Blue Mountains station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross and arriving at Bell Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 13m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Blue Mountains?

The distance between Melbourne and Blue Mountains is 878 km. The road distance is 822.7 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Blue Mountains without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Blue Mountains without a car is to train which takes 14h 13m and costs $90 - $280.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Blue Mountains?

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Melbourne to Blue Mountains, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Blue Mountains bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Blue Mountains train from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne to Blue Mountains?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Blue Mountains is to train which takes 14h 13m and costs $90 - $280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $140 and takes 15h 51m.

Where does the Melbourne to Blue Mountains bus arrive?

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

Where does the Melbourne to Blue Mountains train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Blue Mountains?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Blue Mountains is 823 km. It takes approximately 9h 54m to drive from Melbourne to Blue Mountains.

Where can I stay near Blue Mountains?

There are 203+ hotels available in Blue Mountains.

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There are 8 ways to get from Melbourne to Blue Mountains by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Melbourne Airport to Sydney International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MEL - SYD
2. Take the train from Central Station to Bell Stationtrain
6h 28m
$154–352
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Bell Stationtrain Bmt
14h 13m
$92–274
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Liverpoolbus Sydney
2. Take the bus from Blacktown Station, Stand D to Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1bus 2703
15h 51m
$115–131
Drive 822.7 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Blue Mountainscar 822.7 km
9h 54m
$147–212
Train to Avalon Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport, train
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
3. Take the train from Central Station to Bell Stationtrain
7h 56m
$125–301
Fly Melbourne Airport to Newcastle Airport, train
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)plane MEL - NTL
2. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Strathfield Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Bell Stationtrain
9h 29m
$159–408
Fly Melbourne Airport to Orange Airport, bus
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Orange Airport (OAG)plane MEL - OAG
2. Take the bus from 4612 Mitchell Hwy to Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1bus
8h 21m
$378–696
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Melbourne to Sydney Central Stationbus
2. Take the train from Central Station to Emu Plains Stationtrain Bmt
3. Take the train from Emu Plains Station to Lithgow Stationtrain Bmt
17h 7m
$153–248

Melbourne to Blue Mountains by bus and foot

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Distance: 877.5 km
Duration: 6h 28m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Blue Mountains, NSW, Australia?

You can take a train from Southern Cross to Blue Mountains via Central Station and Bell Station in around 14h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Chifley Rd Opp Valley View Rd via Liverpool, Liverpool Station, Stand B, Prairiewood, Liverpool-Parramatta Twy, Blacktown Station, Stand D, Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1, and Main St Before Bridge St in around 15h 51m.

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