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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Waratah is to train which costs $95 - $260 and takes 13h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Waratah is to fly which takes 4h 15m and costs $140 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Waratah?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Waratah. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and arriving at Turton Rd At Tinonee Rd via Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 and Broadmeadow Station, Graham Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Waratah?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne to Waratah station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross and arriving at Waratah Station via Central Station and Hamilton Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 56m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Waratah?

The distance between Melbourne and Waratah is 886 km. The road distance is 990.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Waratah without a car is to train which takes 13h 56m and costs $95 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Melbourne to Waratah, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Waratah bus from?

Melbourne to Waratah bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Waratah train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne to Waratah?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Waratah is to fly which takes 4h 15m and costs $140 - $390. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $95 - $260 and takes 13h 56m, you could also bus, which costs $120 - $210 and takes 15h 53m.

Where does the Melbourne to Waratah bus arrive?

Melbourne to Waratah bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Melbourne to Waratah train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Waratah?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Waratah is 990 km. It takes approximately 10h 34m to drive from Melbourne to Waratah.

Where can I stay near Waratah?

There are 518+ hotels available in Waratah.

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

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Fly to Newcastle Airport
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)plane MEL - NTL
4h 15m
$141–388
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central Stationbus Sydney
2. Take the train from Central Station to Newcastle Interchangetrain Ccn
14h 15m
$75–316
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Stationtrain Ccn
13h 56m
$96–257
Drive 990.1 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Waratahcar 990.1 km
10h 34m
$177–255
Fly to Sydney International Airport, train
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MEL - SYD
2. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Stationtrain
6h 11m
$143–371
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Central Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Broadmeadow Station, Brown Rdbus 2371 / ...
15h 53m
$129–203

Melbourne to Waratah by train

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Distance: 886.1 km
Duration: 4h 15m

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

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Newcastle Airport (NTL) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Southern Cross to Waratah Station via Central Station and Hamilton Station in around 13h 56m.

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