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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to North Sydney is to train which costs $65 - $250 and takes 11h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to North Sydney is to fly which takes 3h 27m and costs $130 - $330.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and North Sydney?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to North Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Central Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and North Sydney?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne to North Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross and arriving at Victoria Cross Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 12m.

How far is it from Melbourne to North Sydney?

The distance between Melbourne and North Sydney is 742 km. The road distance is 858.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to North Sydney without a car is to train which takes 11h 12m and costs $65 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Melbourne to North Sydney, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne to North Sydney?

The best way to get from Melbourne to North Sydney is to fly which takes 3h 27m and costs $130 - $330. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $250 and takes 11h 12m, you could also bus, which costs $95 - $290 and takes 11h 20m.

Where does the Melbourne to North Sydney bus arrive?

Melbourne to North Sydney bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Melbourne to North Sydney train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to North Sydney?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to North Sydney is 858 km. It takes approximately 9h 10m to drive from Melbourne to North Sydney.

Where can I stay near North Sydney?

There are 5179+ hotels available in North Sydney.

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

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

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Fly from Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MEL - SYD
3h 27m
$132–326
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
11h 12m
$70–248
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central Stationbus Sydney
11h 20m
$98–289
Drive 858.2 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to North Sydneycar 858.2 km
9h 10m
$155–223
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
4h 55m
$108–275
Bus via Melbourne
1. Take the bus from Melbourne to Sydney Central Stationbus Au100-3 / ...
12h 5m
$140–228

Melbourne to North Sydney by train and subway

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11h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 742 km
Duration: 3h 27m

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

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD) every 20 minutes. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Southern Cross to Central Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $65–250 and the journey takes 11h 2m.

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