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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Maitland is to train which costs $95 - $400 and takes 14h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Maitland is to fly and train which takes 4h 33m and costs $140 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Maitland?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Maitland station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and arriving at Maitland Station, Station St via Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Maitland?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne to Maitland station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross and arriving at Maitland Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 46m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Maitland?

The distance between Melbourne and Maitland is 908 km. The road distance is 995 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Maitland without a car is to train which takes 14h 46m and costs $95 - $400.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Melbourne to Maitland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Maitland bus from?

Melbourne to Maitland bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Maitland train from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne to Maitland?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Maitland is to train which takes 14h 46m and costs $95 - $400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130 - $200 and takes 15h 5m.

Where does the Melbourne to Maitland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Melbourne to Maitland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Maitland?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Maitland is 995 km. It takes approximately 10h 44m to drive from Melbourne to Maitland.

How do I get a train ticket from Melbourne to Maitland?

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

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Where can I stay near Maitland?

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Melbourne to Maitland by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Newcastle Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)plane MEL - NTL
2. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Maitland Stationtrain
4h 33m
$147–393
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central Stationbus Sydney
2. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Stationtrain Ccn
15h
$78–319
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Maitland Stationtrain 33 / ...
14h 46m
$100–397
Drive 995 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Maitlandcar 995 km
10h 44m
$181–262
Fly to Sydney International Airport, train
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MEL - SYD
2. Take the train from Central Station to Maitland Stationtrain
7h 1m
$147–531
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Central Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Maitland Station, Station Stbus 2303 / ...
15h 5m
$130–193

Melbourne to Maitland by train

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Distance: 908 km
Duration: 4h 33m

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

You can take a train from Southern Cross to Maitland Station via Central Station in around 14h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Maitland Station, Station St via Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 in around 15h 5m.

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