What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Russell?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Russell is to fly and car ferry which costs $250 - $1,100 and takes 8h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Russell?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Russell is to fly and car ferry which takes 8h 58m and costs $250 - $1,100.

How far is it from Melbourne to Russell?

The distance between Melbourne and Russell is 2661 km.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Russell?

It takes approximately 8h 58m to get from Melbourne to Russell, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Russell?

Russell is 2h ahead of Melbourne. It is currently 6:42 AM in Melbourne and 8:42 AM in Russell.

Where can I stay near Russell?

There are 372+ hotels available in Russell.

Melbourne to Russell - 2 ways to travel via plane, car ferry, bus, and ferry

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There are 2 ways to get from Melbourne to Russell by plane, car ferry, bus, or ferry

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Fly to Kerikeri Airport, car ferry
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1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Kerikeri Airport (KKE)plane MEL - KKE
2. Take the car ferry from Opua to Okiatocarferry
8h 58m
$256–1,036
Fly to Whangarei Airport, bus, ferry
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Whangarei Airport (WRE)plane MEL - WRE
2. Take the bus from Whangarei to Paihiabus
3. Take the ferry from Paihia to Russellferry
11h 38m

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Kerikeri Airport (KKE) flights

34Weekly Planes

7h 42mAverage Duration

$215Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,661 km
Duration: 8h 58m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Russell, New Zealand?

There is no direct connection from Melbourne to Russell. However, you can take the bus to Melbourne Airport T3 Skybus/Arrival Dr, walk to Melbourne Airport (MEL) airport, fly to Kerikeri Airport (KKE), drive to Opua, take the car ferry to Okiato, then drive to Russell. Alternatively, you can take the bus to Melbourne Airport T3 Skybus/Arrival Dr, walk to Melbourne Airport (MEL) airport, fly to Whangarei Airport (WRE), walk to Whangarei Airport, take the bus to Rose St Bus Depo, walk to Whangarei, take the bus to Paihia, walk to Paihia, then take the ferry to Russell.

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