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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Karingal is to train which costs $110 - $300 and takes 12h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Karingal is to fly and train which takes 4h 5m and costs $180 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Karingal?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Karingal. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Waterfall via Sydney International Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Karingal?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne to Karingal station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross and arriving at Helensburgh Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 38m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Karingal?

The distance between Melbourne and Karingal is 776 km. The road distance is 834 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Karingal without a car is to train which takes 12h 38m and costs $110 - $300.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Melbourne to Karingal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Karingal bus from?

Melbourne to Karingal bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Karingal train from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne to Karingal?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Karingal is to train which takes 12h 38m and costs $110 - $300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $190 - $400 and takes 14h 1m.

Where does the Melbourne to Karingal bus arrive?

Melbourne to Karingal bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Sydney International Airport station.

Where does the Melbourne to Karingal train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Karingal?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Karingal is 834 km. It takes approximately 8h 54m to drive from Melbourne to Karingal.

Where can I stay near Karingal?

There are 4020+ hotels available in Karingal.

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

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

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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 Wolli Creek Station to Helensburgh Stationtrain
4h 5m
$184–505
Train
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1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Helensburgh Stationtrain Sco
12h 38m
$118–291
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Melbourne to Sydney Central Stationbus Au100-3 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Helensburgh Stationtrain Sco
13h 31m
$164–245
Drive 834 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Karingalcar 834 km
8h 54m
$153–220
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 33m
$168–499
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Sydney International Airportbus Sydney
14h 1m
$194–398

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD) flights

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Distance: 776 km
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a train from Southern Cross to Karingal via Central Station and Helensburgh Station in around 12h 38m. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Sydney International Airport once daily. Tickets cost $140–320 and the journey takes 11h 30m.

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