What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Port Kembla?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Port Kembla is to bus which costs $65 - $100 and takes 13h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Port Kembla?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Port Kembla is to fly and train which takes 5h 3m and costs $160 - $410.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Port Kembla?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Port Kembla station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Wollongong Station, Station St via Jolimont Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 49m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Port Kembla?

The distance between Melbourne and Port Kembla is 807 km. The road distance is 802.5 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Port Kembla without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Port Kembla without a car is to train and bus which takes 12h 33m and costs $90 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Port Kembla?

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Melbourne to Port Kembla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Port Kembla bus from?

Melbourne to Port Kembla bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Melbourne to Port Kembla bus arrive?

Melbourne to Port Kembla bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Canberra station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Port Kembla?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Port Kembla is 803 km. It takes approximately 8h 43m to drive from Melbourne to Port Kembla.

Where can I stay near Port Kembla?

There are 492+ hotels available in Port Kembla.

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

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

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Fly from Melbourne Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MEL - SYD
2. Take the train from Wolli Creek Station to Wollongong Stationtrain
5h 3m
$160–409
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St to Campbelltown Station, Stand Cbus 6206 / ...
2. Take the bus from Campbelltown Station, Stand D to Wollongong Station, Station Stbus 887
13h 32m
$69–96
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Campbelltown Stationtrain 622 / ...
2. Take the bus from Campbelltown Station, Stand D to Wollongong Station, Station Stbus 887
12h 33m
$91–250
Bus via Canberra
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Canberrabus Sydney
2. Take the bus from Jolimont Centre to Wollongong Station, Station Stbus 855
12h 49m
$154–297
Drive 802.5 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Port Kemblacar 802.5 km
8h 43m
$147–212
Train to Avalon Airport, fly, train
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
3. Take the train from Wolli Creek Station to Wollongong Stationtrain
6h 31m
$144–353

Melbourne to Port Kembla by train and bus

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12h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 806.9 km
Duration: 5h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Port Kembla North Station via Jolimont Centre, Wollongong Station, Station St, and Wollongong Station in around 12h 49m.

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