What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to West Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to West Beach is to bus via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St which costs $16 - $65 and takes 12h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to West Beach?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to West Beach is to fly which takes 3h 18m and costs $120 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and West Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to West Beach. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Stop 14 Rio Vista Ave - East side via Stop W1 Currie St - South side. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and West Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne station to West Beach station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Station and arriving at Adelaide Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 41m.

How far is it from Melbourne to West Beach?

The distance between Melbourne and West Beach is 670 km. The road distance is 730 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to West Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to West Beach without a car is to train which takes 10h 41m and costs $160 - $410.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to West Beach?

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Melbourne to West Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to West Beach bus from?

Melbourne to West Beach bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to West Beach train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne to West Beach?

The best way to get from Melbourne to West Beach is to fly which takes 3h 18m and costs $120 - $370. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $160 - $410 and takes 10h 41m, you could also bus, which costs $100 - $104 and takes 11h 10m.

Where does the Melbourne to West Beach bus arrive?

Melbourne to West Beach bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Adelaide station.

What is the time difference between Melbourne and West Beach?

West Beach is 30 min behind Melbourne. It is currently 5:38 AM in Melbourne and 5:08 AM in West Beach.

Where does the Melbourne to West Beach train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to West Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to West Beach is 730 km. It takes approximately 8h 18m to drive from Melbourne to West Beach.

Where can I stay near West Beach?

There are 1585+ hotels available in West Beach.

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)plane MEL - ADL
3h 18m
$128–363
Bus via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to 85 Franklin Stbus Coach
12h 45m
$16–65
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Adelaide Stationtrain The Overland
10h 41m
$169–405
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Adelaidebus Adelaide
11h 10m
$100–104
Drive 730 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to West Beachcar 730 km
8h 18m
$132–190

Melbourne to West Beach by bus and foot

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Distance: 669.5 km
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and West Beach, SA, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and two other airlines fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL) hourly. Alternatively, Journey Beyond - The Overland operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Adelaide Station twice a week. Tickets cost $140–380 and the journey takes 10h 30m.

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