What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to North Adelaide?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to North Adelaide is to bus via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St which costs $16 - $65 and takes 12h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to North Adelaide?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to North Adelaide is to fly which takes 3h 40m and costs $130 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and North Adelaide?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to North Adelaide. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Stop 3 O'Connell St - West side via Stop D1 Grote St - North side. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and North Adelaide?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne station to North Adelaide station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Station and arriving at Adelaide Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 7m.

How far is it from Melbourne to North Adelaide?

The distance between Melbourne and North Adelaide is 673 km. The road distance is 722.9 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to North Adelaide without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to North Adelaide without a car is to bus which takes 10h 31m and costs $100 - $104.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to North Adelaide?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Melbourne to North Adelaide, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to North Adelaide bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne to North Adelaide train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne to North Adelaide?

The best way to get from Melbourne to North Adelaide is to fly which takes 3h 40m and costs $130 - $370. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $104 and takes 10h 31m, you could also train, which costs $140 - $380 and takes 11h 7m.

Where does the Melbourne to North Adelaide bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Melbourne and North Adelaide?

North Adelaide is 30 min behind Melbourne. It is currently 12:46 AM in Melbourne and 12:16 AM in North Adelaide.

Where does the Melbourne to North Adelaide train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to North Adelaide?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to North Adelaide is 723 km. It takes approximately 8h 11m to drive from Melbourne to North Adelaide.

How do I get a bus ticket from Melbourne to North Adelaide?

Book your Melbourne to North Adelaide bus tickets online with 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near North Adelaide?

There are 1594+ hotels available in North Adelaide.

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There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne to North Adelaide by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)plane MEL - ADL
3h 40m
$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 6m
$16–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Adelaidebus Adelaide
10h 31m
$100–104
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Adelaide Stationtrain The Overland
11h 7m
$148–379
Drive 722.9 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to North Adelaidecar 722.9 km
8h 11m
$130–188

Melbourne to North Adelaide by bus

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10h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 672.6 km
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and North Adelaide, SA, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and two other airlines fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL) hourly. Alternatively, Firefly Express operates a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Adelaide twice daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 10h 15m.

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