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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Thornlie is to fly which costs $290 - $600 and takes 6h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Thornlie is to fly which takes 6h 36m and costs $290 - $600.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Thornlie?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne station to Thornlie. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Station and arriving at Thornlie Stn Platform 2 via Adelaide Parklands and Perth Stn Platform 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 6h.

How far is it from Melbourne to Thornlie?

The distance between Melbourne and Thornlie is 2750 km. The road distance is 3292.2 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Thornlie without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Thornlie without a car is to train which takes 3 days 6h and costs $700 - $9,000.

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

It takes approximately 6h 36m to get from Melbourne to Thornlie, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Thornlie train from?

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

Train or fly from Melbourne to Thornlie?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Thornlie is to fly which takes 6h 36m and costs $290 - $600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $700 - $9,000 and takes 3 days 6h.

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Thornlie?

Thornlie is 2h behind Melbourne. It is currently 4:12 PM in Melbourne and 2:12 PM in Thornlie.

Where does the Melbourne to Thornlie train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Thornlie?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Thornlie is 3292 km. It takes approximately 35h 14m to drive from Melbourne to Thornlie.

Where can I stay near Thornlie?

There are 1403+ hotels available in Thornlie.

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There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne to Thornlie by plane, train, car, or bus

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Perth Airport (PER)plane MEL - PER
6h 36m
$296–590
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Adelaide Stationtrain The Overland
2. Take the train from Adelaide Parklands to Perthtrain Adl-Per 2026
3d 6h
$747–8,880
Drive 3,292.2 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Thornliecar 3,292.2 km
35h 14m
$592–855
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Adelaidebus Adelaide
2. Take the train from Adelaide Parklands to Perthtrain Adl-Per 2026
3d 6h
$704–8,610
Train via Sydney
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622
2. Take the train from Central Station to Perthtrain Syd-Per 2026
3d 15h
$923–10,253

Melbourne to Thornlie by train

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3d 6hAverage Duration

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Distance: 2,749.7 km
Duration: 6h 36m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Thornlie, WA, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Perth Airport (PER) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Southern Cross Station to Thornlie Stn Platform 2 via Adelaide Station, Adelaide Parklands, Perth, and Perth Stn Platform 5 in around 3d 6h.

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