What is the cheapest way to get from Scotts Head to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Scotts Head to Melbourne is to bus via Cabramatta which costs $130 - $170 and takes 21h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Scotts Head to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Scotts Head to Melbourne is to bus and fly which takes 7h 4m and costs $250 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Scotts Head and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotts Head to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Adin St Before Short St and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Macksville Station, Coach Stop, Strathfield Station, Albert Rd, Stand E and Liverpool. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Scotts Head and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Scotts Head station to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Macksville Station and arriving at Southern Cross via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 54m.

How far is it from Scotts Head to Melbourne?

The distance between Scotts Head and Melbourne is 1225 km. The road distance is 1308.1 km.

How do I travel from Scotts Head to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Scotts Head to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 20h 54m and costs $100 - $460.

How long does it take to get from Scotts Head to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 7h 4m to get from Scotts Head to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotts Head to Melbourne bus from?

Scotts Head to Melbourne bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Macksville Station, Coach Stop.

Where do I catch the Scotts Head to Melbourne train from?

Scotts Head to Melbourne train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Macksville Station.

Train or bus from Scotts Head to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Scotts Head to Melbourne is to train which takes 20h 54m and costs $100 - $460. Alternatively, you can bus via Cabramatta, which costs $130 - $170 and takes 21h 54m.

Where does the Scotts Head to Melbourne bus arrive?

Scotts Head to Melbourne bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Strathfield Station, Everton Rd, Stand A.

Where does the Scotts Head to Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scotts Head to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotts Head to Melbourne is 1308 km. It takes approximately 13h 53m to drive from Scotts Head to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5291+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Scotts Head to Melbourne - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Scotts Head to Melbourne by bus, plane, train, or car

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Bus to Coffs Harbour Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Macksville Post Office, Cooper St to Toormina Rd Opp Bayldon Community Centrebus
2. Fly from Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane CFS - MEL
7h 4m
$252–647
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Macksville Station to Central Stationtrain 34 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
20h 54m
$109–455
Bus via Cabramatta
1. Take the bus from Macksville Station, Coach Stop to Strathfield Station, Everton Rd, Stand Abus 3206 / ...
2. Take the bus from Liverpool to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
21h 54m
$138–166
Drive 1,308.1 km
1. Drive from Scotts Head to Melbournecar 1,308.1 km
13h 53m
$232–335
Train, bus to Port Macquarie, fly to Melbourne Airport
1. Take the train from Macksville Station to Kempsey Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Belgrave St After Stuart St to Port Macquarie Airportbus
3. Fly from Port Macquarie (PQQ) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane PQQ - MEL
10h
$342–876
Bus to Coffs Harbour Airport, fly to Avalon Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Macksville Post Office, Cooper St to Toormina Rd Opp Bayldon Community Centrebus
2. Fly from Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane CFS - AVV
3. Take the train from Lara Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
10h 47m
$178–687
Bus
1. Take the bus from Macksville to Central Stationbus Pm11
2. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Melbournebus Au100-3 / ...
22h 35m
$199–330

Scotts Head to Melbourne by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 1,225.1 km
Duration: 7h 4m

What companies run services between Scotts Head, NSW, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Adin St Before Short St to Southern Cross via Winifred St At Cooper St, Macksville Station, and Central Station in around 20h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Adin St Before Short St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Macksville Post Office, Cooper St, Macksville Station, Coach Stop, Strathfield Station, Everton Rd, Stand A, Strathfield Station, Albert Rd, Stand E, Liverpool Station, Stand A, and Liverpool in around 21h 54m.

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