What is the cheapest way to get from South Melbourne to Canberra?

The cheapest way to get from South Melbourne to Canberra is to bus via Flinders Lane/Queen St which costs $90 - $140 and takes 8h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Melbourne to Canberra?

The fastest way to get from South Melbourne to Canberra is to line 96 tram and fly which takes 3h 26m and costs $160 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between South Melbourne and Canberra?

No, there is no direct bus from South Melbourne to Canberra. However, there are services departing from Ferrars St/City Rd and arriving at Canberra via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 54m.

How far is it from South Melbourne to Canberra?

The distance between South Melbourne and Canberra is 502 km. The road distance is 648.4 km.

How do I travel from South Melbourne to Canberra without a car?

The best way to get from South Melbourne to Canberra without a car is to bus via Flinders Lane/Queen St which takes 8h 54m and costs $90 - $140.

How long does it take to get from South Melbourne to Canberra?

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from South Melbourne to Canberra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Melbourne to Canberra bus from?

South Melbourne to Canberra bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where does the South Melbourne to Canberra bus arrive?

South Melbourne to Canberra bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Canberra station.

Can I drive from South Melbourne to Canberra?

Yes, the driving distance between South Melbourne to Canberra is 648 km. It takes approximately 6h 59m to drive from South Melbourne to Canberra.

Where can I stay near Canberra?

There are 951+ hotels available in Canberra.

South Melbourne to Canberra - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 96 tram

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There are 6 ways to get from South Melbourne to Canberra by tram, plane, bus, car, bus (Greyhound), or train

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Line 96 tram, fly
best
1. Take the tram from South Melbourne Station/Light Rail #127 to Spencer St/Bourke St #1tram
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)plane MEL - CBR
3h 26m
$166–370
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Albury Stationtrain 622 / ...
2. Take the bus from Albury to Canberrabus
9h 10m
$45–296
Bus via Flinders Lane/Queen St
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Canberrabus
8h 54m
$91–136
Drive 648.4 km
1. Drive from South Melbourne to Canberracar 648.4 km
6h 59m
$118–170
Bus
1. Take the bus from Melbourne to Canberra Jolimont Tourist Centrebus Au100-4 / ...
8h 59m
$96–146
Bus #2 (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Canberrabus Sydney
9h 10m
$106–236

South Melbourne to Canberra by tram and bus (Greyhound)

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9h 10mAverage Duration

$106Cheapest Price

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Distance: 501.5 km
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between South Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Canberra, ACT, Australia?

FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Canberra twice daily. Tickets cost $85–130 and the journey takes 7h 30m.

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