What is the cheapest way to get from Rose Bay to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Rose Bay to Melbourne is to ferry and train which costs $90 - $260 and takes 12h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rose Bay to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Rose Bay to Melbourne is to ferry and fly which takes 3h 47m and costs $150 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Rose Bay and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Rose Bay to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from New South Head Rd At Kent Rd and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 48m.

How far is it from Rose Bay to Melbourne?

The distance between Rose Bay and Melbourne is 743 km. The road distance is 862.8 km.

How do I travel from Rose Bay to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Rose Bay to Melbourne without a car is to ferry and train which takes 12h 12m and costs $90 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Rose Bay to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Rose Bay to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rose Bay to Melbourne bus from?

Rose Bay to Melbourne bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Central Station.

Where does the Rose Bay to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rose Bay to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Rose Bay to Melbourne is 863 km. It takes approximately 9h 7m to drive from Rose Bay to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5310+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Rose Bay to Melbourne - 6 ways to travel via train, ferry, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Rose Bay to Melbourne by ferry, plane, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Ferry, fly to Melbourne Airport
best
1. Take the ferry from Rose Bay Public Wharf to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side Bferry
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane SYD - MEL
3h 47m
$153–359
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
12h 48m
$67–313
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Rose Bay Public Wharf to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side Bferry F9
2. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
12h 12m
$90–253
Drive 862.8 km
1. Drive from Rose Bay to Melbournecar 862.8 km
9h 7m
$154–223
Ferry, fly to Avalon Airport, train
1. Take the ferry from Rose Bay Public Wharf to Circular Quay, Wharf 2, Side Bferry
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane SYD - AVV
3. Take the train from Lara Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
5h 25m
$134–339
Bus via Melbourne
1. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Melbournebus Au100-3 / ...
13h 28m
$117–203

Rose Bay to Melbourne by ferry and train

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12h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 742.6 km
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Rose Bay, NSW, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

Firefly Express operates a bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal once daily. Tickets cost $63–66 and the journey takes 11h 15m. Greyhound Australia also services this route once daily.

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