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

The cheapest way to get from North Sydney to Melbourne is to train which costs $80 - $250 and takes 11h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from North Sydney to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 34m and costs $150 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between North Sydney and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from North Sydney station to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 24m.

Is there a direct train between North Sydney and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from North Sydney station to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Victoria Cross Station and arriving at Southern Cross via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 59m.

How far is it from North Sydney to Melbourne?

The distance between North Sydney and Melbourne is 740 km. The road distance is 862.1 km.

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

The best way to get from North Sydney to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 11h 59m and costs $80 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from North Sydney to Melbourne, including transfers.

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

North Sydney to Melbourne bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Central Station.

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

North Sydney to Melbourne train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from North Sydney to Melbourne?

The best way to get from North Sydney to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 34m and costs $150 - $390. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $80 - $250 and takes 11h 59m, you could also bus, which costs $60 - $310 and takes 12h 24m.

Where does the North Sydney to Melbourne bus arrive?

North Sydney to Melbourne bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where does the North Sydney to Melbourne train arrive?

North Sydney to Melbourne train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from North Sydney to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between North Sydney to Melbourne is 862 km. It takes approximately 9h 5m to drive from North Sydney to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5325+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from North Sydney to Melbourne by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly to Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane SYD - MEL
3h 34m
$152–387
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
12h 24m
$63–305
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
11h 59m
$83–245
Drive 862.1 km
1. Drive from North Sydney to Melbournecar 862.1 km
9h 5m
$156–226
Fly to Avalon Airport, train
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane SYD - AVV
2. Take the train from Lara Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
5h 12m
$136–341
Bus via Melbourne
1. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Melbournebus Au100-3 / ...
13h 4m
$133–205

North Sydney to Melbourne by subway and train

28Weekly Services

11h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 739.7 km
Duration: 3h 34m

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

Jetstar, Qantas, and Virgin Australia fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) every 20 minutes. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Central Station to Southern Cross 4 times a day. Tickets cost $80–240 and the journey takes 10h 50m.

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