What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Murray River?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Murray River is to train and bus which costs $29 - $40 and takes 4h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Murray River?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Murray River is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Murray River?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Murray River. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St and arriving at Plentyfish Ct/Murray Valley Hwy via Wangaratta Station/Norton St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Murray River?

The distance between Melbourne and Murray River is 280 km. The road distance is 273.1 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Murray River without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Murray River without a car is to train and bus via Wangaratta which takes 4h 17m and costs $40 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Murray River?

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Melbourne to Murray River, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Murray River bus from?

Melbourne to Murray River bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St station.

Where does the Melbourne to Murray River bus arrive?

Melbourne to Murray River bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Wangaratta Station, Norton St.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Murray River?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Murray River is 273 km. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Melbourne to Murray River.

Where can I stay near Murray River?

There are 142+ hotels available in Murray River.

Melbourne to Murray River - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Melbourne to Murray River by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus via Wangaratta
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Wangaratta Stationtrain 622 / ...
2. Take the bus from Wangaratta Station/Norton St to Plentyfish Ct/Murray Valley Hwybus Wangaratta - Yarrawonga Via Peechelba, Killawarra
4h 17m
$43–178
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Wangaratta Stationtrain Seymour
2. Take the bus from Wangaratta Station/Norton St to Plentyfish Ct/Murray Valley Hwybus Wangaratta - Yarrawonga Via Peechelba, Killawarra
4h 25m
$30–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St to Wangaratta Station, Norton Stbus 6408 / ...
2. Take the bus from Wangaratta Station/Norton St to Plentyfish Ct/Murray Valley Hwybus Wangaratta - Yarrawonga Via Peechelba, Killawarra
4h 53m
$40–55
Drive 273.1 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Murray Rivercar 273.1 km
3h 15m
$49–70

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Distance: 280.3 km
Duration: 4h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St to Murray River via Wangaratta Station/Norton St and Plentyfish Ct/Murray Valley Hwy in around 4h 53m.

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