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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Bondi is to train which costs $80 - $250 and takes 11h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Bondi is to fly and train which takes 3h 32m and costs $150 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Bondi?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Bondi. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Bondi Rd At Ocean St North via Bondi Junction Station, Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Bondi?

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

How far is it from Melbourne to Bondi?

The distance between Melbourne and Bondi is 742 km. The road distance is 859.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Bondi without a car is to train which takes 11h 11m and costs $80 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Melbourne to Bondi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Bondi bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Bondi train from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne to Bondi?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Bondi is to train which takes 11h 11m and costs $80 - $250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $320 and takes 11h 33m.

Where does the Melbourne to Bondi bus arrive?

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

Where does the Melbourne to Bondi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Bondi?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Bondi is 860 km. It takes approximately 9h 5m to drive from Melbourne to Bondi.

Where can I stay near Bondi?

There are 5043+ hotels available in Bondi.

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There are 7 ways to get from Melbourne to Bondi by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly from Melbourne 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 Bondi Junction Stationtrain
3h 32m
$155–465
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central Stationbus Sydney
11h 33m
$69–311
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
11h 11m
$85–245
Drive 859.7 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Bondicar 859.7 km
9h 5m
$157–227
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
$139–459
Train via Bondi Rd At Ocean St North
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
11h 25m
$88–250
Bus via Melbourne
1. Take the bus from Melbourne to Sydney Central Stationbus Au100-3 / ...
12h 18m
$134–204

Melbourne to Bondi by train

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Distance: 741.8 km
Duration: 3h 32m

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

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Southern Cross to Central Station once daily. Tickets cost $80–240 and the journey takes 10h 57m. Alternatively, Firefly Express operates a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central Station once daily. Tickets cost $63–66 and the journey takes 11h 10m. Greyhound Australia also services this route once daily.

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