What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Sydney Airport (SYD)?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Sydney Airport (SYD) is to bus via Liverpool Station, Stand G which costs $110 - $130 and takes 11h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Sydney Airport (SYD)?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Sydney Airport (SYD) is to fly which takes 2h 54m and costs $120 - $320.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Sydney Airport (SYD)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Melbourne and arriving at Sydney International Airport. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Sydney Airport (SYD)?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne to Sydney Airport (SYD) station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross and arriving at International Airport Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 16m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Sydney Airport (SYD)?

The distance between Melbourne and Sydney Airport (SYD) is 725 km. The road distance is 847.5 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Sydney Airport (SYD) without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Sydney Airport (SYD) without a car is to train which takes 11h 16m and costs $80 - $270.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Sydney Airport (SYD)?

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Melbourne to Sydney Airport (SYD), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Sydney Airport (SYD) bus from?

Melbourne to Sydney Airport (SYD) bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Melbourne station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Sydney Airport (SYD) train from?

Melbourne to Sydney Airport (SYD) train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Southern Cross station.

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne to Sydney Airport (SYD)?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Sydney Airport (SYD) is to fly which takes 2h 54m and costs $120 - $320. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $80 - $270 and takes 11h 16m, you could also bus via Liverpool Station, Stand G, which costs $110 - $130 and takes 11h 22m.

Where does the Melbourne to Sydney Airport (SYD) bus arrive?

Melbourne to Sydney Airport (SYD) bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Sydney International Airport station.

Where does the Melbourne to Sydney Airport (SYD) train arrive?

Melbourne to Sydney Airport (SYD) train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Sydney Airport (SYD)?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Sydney Airport (SYD) is 847 km. It takes approximately 8h 54m to drive from Melbourne to Sydney Airport (SYD).

How do I get a bus ticket from Melbourne to Sydney Airport (SYD)?

Book your Melbourne to Sydney Airport (SYD) bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Sydney Airport (SYD)?

There are 5205+ hotels available in Sydney Airport (SYD).

Melbourne to Sydney Airport (SYD) - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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

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Fly from Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MEL - SYD
2h 54m
$128–318
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
11h 16m
$85–266
Bus via Liverpool Station, Stand G
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Liverpoolbus Sydney
11h 22m
$116–127
Drive 847.5 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Sydney Airport (SYD)car 847.5 km
8h 54m
$151–218
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 22m
$99–267
Bus
1. Take the bus from Melbourne to Sydney International Airportbus Au100-4 / ...
11h 47m
$140–320

Melbourne to Sydney Airport (SYD) by train

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Distance: 725.3 km
Duration: 2h 54m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Sydney Airport (SYD), 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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