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

The cheapest way to get from Paddington to Melbourne is to bus which costs $120 - $190 and takes 29h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paddington to Melbourne is to fly which takes 4h 52m and costs $180 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Paddington and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Paddington to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Given Tce at Old Paddo Post Office, stop 8 and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St via Roma Street Station, Stand F and Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Paddington and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Paddington station to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Roma Street Station and arriving at Southern Cross via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 15m.

How far is it from Paddington to Melbourne?

The distance between Paddington and Melbourne is 1416 km. The road distance is 1640.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Paddington to Melbourne without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 26h 15m and costs $160 - $490.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Paddington to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paddington to Melbourne bus from?

Paddington to Melbourne bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Roma Street Station, Stand F.

Where do I catch the Paddington to Melbourne train from?

Paddington to Melbourne train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Roma Street Station.

Train, bus or fly from Paddington to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Paddington to Melbourne is to fly which takes 4h 52m and costs $180 - $400. Alternatively, you can train via Sydney, which costs $160 - $490 and takes 26h 15m, you could also bus, which costs $120 - $190 and takes 29h 6m.

Where does the Paddington to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Paddington and Melbourne?

Melbourne is 1h ahead of Paddington. It is currently 5:47 AM in Paddington and 6:47 AM in Melbourne.

Where does the Paddington to Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paddington to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Paddington to Melbourne is 1641 km. It takes approximately 18h 20m to drive from Paddington to Melbourne.

How do I get a train ticket from Paddington to Melbourne?

Book your Paddington to Melbourne train tickets online with Omio and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5350+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Paddington to Melbourne - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Paddington to Melbourne by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Brisbane Airport to Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane BNE - MEL
4h 52m
$188–394
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Roma Street Station, Stand F to Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1bus 3204 / ...
2. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer Stbus 6107 / ...
29h 6m
$126–186
Train via Sydney
1. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Stationtrain 32
2. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
26h 15m
$165–483
Drive 1,640.9 km
1. Drive from Paddington to Melbournecar 1,640.9 km
18h 20m
$299–431
Train to Gold Coast Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport
1. Take the train from Roma Street to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2train
2. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane OOL - MEL
6h 37m
$140–476
Fly Brisbane Airport to Avalon Airport, train
1. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane BNE - AVV
2. Take the train from Lara Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
6h 35m
$142–528
Train to Sunshine Coast Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport
1. Take the train from Milton station, platform 2 to Landsborough station, platform 1train
2. Fly from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane MCY - MEL
8h
$210–500
Train
1. Take the train from Brisbane to Southern Crosstrain
2d 4h
$2,600–3,700

Paddington to Melbourne by train

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Distance: 1,415.8 km
Duration: 4h 52m

What companies run services between Paddington, QLD, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

Jetstar, Qantas, and Virgin Australia fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Roma Street Station to Southern Cross via Central Station in around 26h 15m.

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