What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to St Kilda Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to St Kilda Beach is to bus via North Haven station which costs $90 - $160 and takes 13h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to St Kilda Beach?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to St Kilda Beach is to fly which takes 3h 15m and costs $200 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and St Kilda Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to St Kilda Beach. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Stop 60 Victoria Rd - West side via Stop X1 Currie St - South side. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and St Kilda Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne station to St Kilda Beach station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Station and arriving at Adelaide Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 55m.

How far is it from Melbourne to St Kilda Beach?

The distance between Melbourne and St Kilda Beach is 694 km. The road distance is 747.6 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to St Kilda Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to St Kilda Beach without a car is to train which takes 10h 55m and costs $220 - $480.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to St Kilda Beach?

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Melbourne to St Kilda Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to St Kilda Beach bus from?

Melbourne to St Kilda Beach bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to St Kilda Beach train from?

Melbourne to St Kilda Beach train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne to St Kilda Beach?

The best way to get from Melbourne to St Kilda Beach is to fly which takes 3h 15m and costs $200 - $470. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $220 - $480 and takes 10h 55m, you could also bus, which costs $170 - $200 and takes 12h 18m.

Where does the Melbourne to St Kilda Beach bus arrive?

Melbourne to St Kilda Beach bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Adelaide station.

What is the time difference between Melbourne and St Kilda Beach?

St Kilda Beach is 30 min behind Melbourne. It is currently 1:42 AM in Melbourne and 1:12 AM in St Kilda Beach.

Where does the Melbourne to St Kilda Beach train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to St Kilda Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to St Kilda Beach is 748 km. It takes approximately 8h 33m to drive from Melbourne to St Kilda Beach.

Where can I stay near St Kilda Beach?

There are 1601+ hotels available in St Kilda Beach.

Melbourne to St Kilda Beach - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne to St Kilda Beach by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)plane MEL - ADL
3h 15m
$208–468
Bus via North Haven station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to 85 Franklin Stbus Coach
13h 17m
$91–160
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Adelaide Stationtrain The Overland
10h 55m
$223–474
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Adelaidebus Adelaide
12h 18m
$170–194
Drive 747.6 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to St Kilda Beachcar 747.6 km
8h 33m
$135–194

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL) flights

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Distance: 693.9 km
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and St Kilda Beach, SA, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and two other airlines fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL) hourly. Alternatively, Journey Beyond - The Overland operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Adelaide Station twice a week. Tickets cost $140–380 and the journey takes 10h 30m.

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