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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Hornsby is to train which costs $85 - $250 and takes 11h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Hornsby is to fly and train which takes 3h 54m and costs $130 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Hornsby?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Hornsby station. However, there are services departing from Melbourne and arriving at Sydney Central Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Hornsby?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne to Hornsby station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross and arriving at Hornsby Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 38m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Hornsby?

The distance between Melbourne and Hornsby is 770 km. The road distance is 861 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Hornsby without a car is to train which takes 11h 38m and costs $85 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Melbourne to Hornsby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Hornsby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Hornsby train from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne to Hornsby?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Hornsby is to train which takes 11h 38m and costs $85 - $250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $200 and takes 12h 31m.

Where does the Melbourne to Hornsby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Melbourne to Hornsby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Hornsby?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Hornsby is 861 km. It takes approximately 9h 12m to drive from Melbourne to Hornsby.

Where can I stay near Hornsby?

There are 4441+ hotels available in Hornsby.

Melbourne to Hornsby - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Melbourne to Hornsby by plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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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 Hornsby Stationtrain
3h 54m
$133–358
Bus via Southern Cross Coach Terminal
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central Stationbus Sydney
13h
$81–324
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
11h 38m
$86–245
Bus
1. Take the bus from Melbourne to Sydney Central Stationbus Au100-3 / ...
12h 31m
$122–196
Drive 861 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Hornsbycar 861 km
9h 12m
$154–222
Train to Avalon Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport
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 22m
$114–317
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 Hornsby Stationtrain
6h 17m
$140–386
Train via Central Station
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
11h 50m
$86–245

Melbourne to Hornsby by train

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11h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 769.6 km
Duration: 3h 54m

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

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Southern Cross to Central Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $80–240 and the journey takes 11h 2m. Alternatively, FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Melbourne to Sydney Central Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $110–190 and the journey takes 11h 55m.

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