What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Sydney Opera House?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Sydney Opera House is to train which costs $65 - $250 and takes 11h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Sydney Opera House?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Sydney Opera House is to fly which takes 3h 28m and costs $140 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Sydney Opera House?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Sydney Opera House station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Central Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Sydney Opera House?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne to Sydney Opera House station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross and arriving at Circular Quay Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 21m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Sydney Opera House?

The distance between Melbourne and Sydney Opera House is 737 km. The road distance is 857.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Sydney Opera House without a car is to train which takes 11h 21m and costs $65 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Sydney Opera House?

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Melbourne to Sydney Opera House, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Sydney Opera House bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Sydney Opera House train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne to Sydney Opera House?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Sydney Opera House is to fly which takes 3h 28m and costs $140 - $350. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $250 and takes 11h 21m, you could also bus, which costs $95 - $290 and takes 11h 29m.

Where does the Melbourne to Sydney Opera House bus arrive?

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

Where does the Melbourne to Sydney Opera House train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Sydney Opera House?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Sydney Opera House is 858 km. It takes approximately 9h 5m to drive from Melbourne to Sydney Opera House.

Where can I stay near Sydney Opera House?

There are 5148+ hotels available in Sydney Opera House.

Melbourne to Sydney Opera House - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Melbourne to Sydney Opera House 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 28m
$149–346
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
11h 21m
$70–248
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central Stationbus Sydney
11h 29m
$98–289
Drive 857.5 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Sydney Opera Housecar 857.5 km
9h 5m
$154–223
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 56m
$125–295
Bus via Melbourne
1. Take the bus from Melbourne to Sydney Central Stationbus Au100-3 / ...
12h 14m
$137–223

Melbourne to Sydney Opera House by train and foot

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11h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 737.4 km
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Sydney Opera House, 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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