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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Carlton is to train which costs $65 - $250 and takes 11h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Carlton is to fly which takes 3h 18m and costs $130 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Carlton?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Carlton station. However, there are services departing from Melbourne and arriving at Sydney Central Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Carlton?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne to Carlton station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross and arriving at Carlton Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 28m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Carlton?

The distance between Melbourne and Carlton is 737 km. The road distance is 844.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Carlton without a car is to train which takes 11h 28m and costs $65 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Melbourne to Carlton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Carlton bus from?

Melbourne to Carlton bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Melbourne station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Carlton train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne to Carlton?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Carlton is to fly which takes 3h 18m and costs $130 - $350. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $250 and takes 11h 28m, you could also bus via Sydney Central Station, which costs $130 - $230 and takes 12h 21m.

Where does the Melbourne to Carlton bus arrive?

Melbourne to Carlton bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Sydney Central Station.

Where does the Melbourne to Carlton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Carlton?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Carlton is 844 km. It takes approximately 8h 52m to drive from Melbourne to Carlton.

How do I get a bus ticket from Melbourne to Carlton?

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Where can I stay near Carlton?

There are 5068+ hotels available in Carlton.

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

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

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Fly from Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MEL - SYD
3h 18m
$134–342
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
11h 28m
$70–249
Bus via Sydney Central Station
1. Take the bus from Melbourne to Sydney Central Stationbus Au100-3 / ...
12h 21m
$139–228
Drive 844.4 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Carltoncar 844.4 km
8h 52m
$151–218
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 46m
$105–291
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Sydney International Airportbus Sydney
12h 40m
$153–321

Melbourne to Carlton by train

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11h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 737 km
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Carlton, 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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