What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Mawson Lakes?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Mawson Lakes is to bus via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St which costs $16 - $65 and takes 12h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Mawson Lakes?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Mawson Lakes is to fly and train which takes 4h 2m and costs $130 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Mawson Lakes?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Mawson Lakes. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Stop 33F Mawson Lakes Blvd - North side via Stop U2 Victoria Sq - North West side. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Mawson Lakes?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne station to Mawson Lakes station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Station and arriving at Mawson Lakes station via Adelaide station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 24m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Mawson Lakes?

The distance between Melbourne and Mawson Lakes is 686 km. The road distance is 734 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Mawson Lakes without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Mawson Lakes without a car is to bus which takes 11h 16m and costs $100 - $104.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Mawson Lakes?

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Melbourne to Mawson Lakes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Mawson Lakes bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Mawson Lakes train from?

Melbourne to Mawson Lakes train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train or bus from Melbourne to Mawson Lakes?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Mawson Lakes is to bus which takes 11h 16m and costs $100 - $104. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $150 - $390 and takes 11h 24m.

Where does the Melbourne to Mawson Lakes bus arrive?

Melbourne to Mawson Lakes bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Adelaide station.

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Mawson Lakes?

Mawson Lakes is 30 min behind Melbourne. It is currently 11:31 PM in Melbourne and 11:01 PM in Mawson Lakes.

Where does the Melbourne to Mawson Lakes train arrive?

Melbourne to Mawson Lakes train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at Adelaide Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Mawson Lakes?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Mawson Lakes is 734 km. It takes approximately 8h 23m to drive from Melbourne to Mawson Lakes.

Where can I stay near Mawson Lakes?

There are 1522+ hotels available in Mawson Lakes.

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There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne to Mawson Lakes by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)plane MEL - ADL
2. Take the train from Adelaide station to Mawson Lakes stationtrain
4h 2m
$133–368
Bus via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to 85 Franklin Stbus Coach
12h 50m
$16–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Adelaidebus Adelaide
11h 16m
$100–104
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Adelaide Stationtrain The Overland
11h 24m
$153–384
Drive 734 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Mawson Lakescar 734 km
8h 23m
$132–191

Melbourne to Mawson Lakes by bus and foot

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11h 16mAverage Duration

$100Cheapest Price

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Distance: 685.5 km
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Mawson Lakes, SA, Australia?

Firefly Express operates a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Adelaide twice daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 10h 15m. Alternatively, Journey Beyond - The Overland operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Adelaide Station twice a week. Tickets cost $140–380 and the journey takes 10h 30m.

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