What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney CBD to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney CBD to Melbourne is to bus via Liverpool Station, Stand G which costs $100 - $110 and takes 12h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney CBD to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Sydney CBD to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 33m and costs $140 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney CBD and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney CBD to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Town Hall, Park St, Stand H and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Liverpool. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney CBD and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney CBD station to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Wynyard Station and arriving at Southern Cross via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 56m.

How far is it from Sydney CBD to Melbourne?

The distance between Sydney CBD and Melbourne is 737 km. The road distance is 858.4 km.

How do I travel from Sydney CBD to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney CBD to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 11h 56m and costs $65 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Sydney CBD to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Sydney CBD to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney CBD to Melbourne bus from?

Sydney CBD to Melbourne bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Liverpool station.

Where do I catch the Sydney CBD to Melbourne train from?

Sydney CBD to Melbourne train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Sydney CBD to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Sydney CBD to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 33m and costs $140 - $340. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $260 and takes 11h 56m, you could also bus via Liverpool Station, Stand G, which costs $100 - $110 and takes 12h 13m.

Where does the Sydney CBD to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sydney CBD to Melbourne train arrive?

Sydney CBD to Melbourne train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Sydney CBD to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney CBD to Melbourne is 858 km. It takes approximately 9h 2m to drive from Sydney CBD to Melbourne.

How do I get a bus ticket from Sydney CBD to Melbourne?

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Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5311+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Sydney CBD to Melbourne - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Sydney CBD to Melbourne by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane SYD - MEL
3h 33m
$146–340
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
11h 56m
$68–257
Bus via Liverpool Station, Stand G
1. Take the bus from Liverpool to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
12h 13m
$100–106
Drive 858.4 km
1. Drive from Sydney CBD to Melbournecar 858.4 km
9h 2m
$155–223
Fly to Avalon Airport, train
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane SYD - AVV
2. Take the train from Lara Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
5h 11m
$122–290
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Melbournebus Au100-3 / ...
13h 1m
$133–237

Sydney CBD to Melbourne by train

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Distance: 737.5 km
Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Sydney CBD, NSW, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) every 20 minutes. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Central Station to Southern Cross 5 times a day. Tickets cost $65–250 and the journey takes 10h 50m.

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