What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Sydney Tower?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Sydney Tower is to bus via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St which costs $60 - $90 and takes 12h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Sydney Tower?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Sydney Tower is to fly which takes 3h 18m and costs $140 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Sydney Tower?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St and arriving at Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 station. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 12h.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Sydney Tower?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne to Sydney Tower station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross and arriving at Gadigal Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 10m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Sydney Tower?

The distance between Melbourne and Sydney Tower is 735 km. The road distance is 856.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Sydney Tower without a car is to train which takes 11h 10m and costs $80 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Sydney Tower?

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Melbourne to Sydney Tower, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Sydney Tower bus from?

Melbourne to Sydney Tower bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Sydney Tower train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne to Sydney Tower?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Sydney Tower is to fly which takes 3h 18m and costs $140 - $360. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $80 - $250 and takes 11h 10m, you could also bus, which costs $120 - $200 and takes 12h 11m.

Where does the Melbourne to Sydney Tower bus arrive?

Melbourne to Sydney Tower bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

Where does the Melbourne to Sydney Tower train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Sydney Tower?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Sydney Tower is 856 km. It takes approximately 9h 2m to drive from Melbourne to Sydney Tower.

How do I get a bus ticket from Melbourne to Sydney Tower?

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Where can I stay near Sydney Tower?

There are 5218+ hotels available in Sydney Tower.

Melbourne to Sydney Tower - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Melbourne to Sydney Tower by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MEL - SYD
3h 18m
$149–356
Bus via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1bus 6208 / ...
12h 18m
$60–90
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
11h 10m
$85–242
Bus
1. Take the bus from Melbourne to Sydney Central Stationbus Au100-3 / ...
12h 11m
$121–193
Drive 856.2 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Sydney Towercar 856.2 km
9h 2m
$153–221
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 46m
$130–335

Melbourne to Sydney Tower by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 735.4 km
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Sydney Tower, NSW, Australia?

Jetstar, Qantas, and Virgin Australia 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 4 times a day. Tickets cost $80–240 and the journey takes 11h 2m.

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