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

The cheapest way to get from Paddington to Melbourne is to train and fly which costs $140 - $400 and takes 6h 17m.

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 44m and costs $160 - $360.

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 Brisbane and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 28m.

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 $130 - $500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m 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 Greyhound Australia, depart from Brisbane station.

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 44m and costs $160 - $360. Alternatively, you can train via Sydney, which costs $130 - $500 and takes 26h 15m, you could also bus, which costs $250 - $550 and takes 31h 28m.

Where does the Paddington to Melbourne bus arrive?

Paddington to Melbourne bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.

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 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

How to get fromPaddington to Melbourne

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Brisbane Airport to Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane BNE - MEL
4h 44m
$166–354
Train via Sydney
cheapest
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
$135–499
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brisbane to Central Stationbus Sydney
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
31h 28m
$251–521
Drive 1,640.9 km
1. Drive from Paddington to Melbournecar 1,640.9 km
18h 20m
$289–417
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 17m
$141–391
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 27m
$152–514
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
7h 19m
$191–451
Train
1. Take the train from Brisbane to Southern Crosstrain
2d 4h
$2,601–3,701

Paddington to Melbourne by train

11Weekly Trains

26h 15mAverage Duration

$135Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Paddington to Melbourne.

Launch map view

Distance: 1,415.8 km
Duration: 4h 44m

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.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Australia

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.