What is the cheapest way to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne is to fly which costs $300 - $900 and takes 4h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne is to fly which takes 4h 5m and costs $300 - $900.

Is there a direct train between Perth Airport (PER) and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne station. However, there are services departing from Airport Central Stn Platform 1 and arriving at Southern Cross Station via Perth and Adelaide Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 11h.

How far is it from Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne?

The distance between Perth Airport (PER) and Melbourne is 2721 km. The road distance is 3301.1 km.

How do I travel from Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne without a car is to train and bus which takes 3 days 10h and costs $650 - $11,000.

How long does it take to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne train from?

Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific, depart from Perth station.

Train or fly from Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne is to fly which takes 4h 5m and costs $300 - $900. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $800 - $11,000 and takes 3 days 11h.

What is the time difference between Perth Airport (PER) and Melbourne?

Melbourne is 2h ahead of Perth Airport (PER). It is currently 1:25 AM in Perth Airport (PER) and 3:25 AM in Melbourne.

Where does the Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne train arrive?

Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific, arrive at Adelaide Parklands station.

Can I drive from Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne is 3301 km. It takes approximately 35h 17m to drive from Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5333+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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There are 5 ways to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Melbourne Airport
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1. Fly from Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane PER - MEL
4h 5m
$303–857
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Perth to Adelaide Parklandstrain Per-Adl 2026
2. Take the bus from Adelaide to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
3d 10h
$671–10,075
Drive 3,301.1 km
1. Drive from Perth Airport (PER) to Melbournecar 3,301.1 km
35h 17m
$596–861
Fly to Avalon Airport, train
1. Fly from Perth Airport (PER) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane PER - AVV
2. Take the train from Lara Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
9h 23m
$430–1,356
Train
1. Take the train from Perth to Adelaide Parklandstrain Per-Adl 2026
2. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain The Overland
3d 11h
$813–10,424

Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 2,721.1 km
Duration: 4h 5m

What companies run services between Perth Airport (PER), Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Airport Central Stn Platform 1 to Southern Cross Station via Perth Stn Platform 7, Perth, Adelaide Parklands, and Adelaide Station in around 3d 11h.

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