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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney Tower to Melbourne is to bus which costs $60 - $90 and takes 12h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney Tower to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 42m and costs $140 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney Tower and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 station and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 12h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney Tower and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney Tower station to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from St James Station and arriving at Southern Cross via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 5m.

How far is it from Sydney Tower to Melbourne?

The distance between Sydney Tower and Melbourne is 739 km. The road distance is 858.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney Tower to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 12h 5m and costs $65 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Sydney Tower to Melbourne, including transfers.

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

Sydney Tower to Melbourne bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Sydney Tower to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Sydney Tower to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 42m and costs $140 - $340. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $260 and takes 12h 5m, you could also bus, which costs $60 - $90 and takes 12h 28m.

Where does the Sydney Tower to Melbourne bus arrive?

Sydney Tower to Melbourne bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St station.

Where does the Sydney Tower to Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sydney Tower to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney Tower to Melbourne is 858 km. It takes approximately 9h 1m to drive from Sydney Tower to Melbourne.

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

Book your Sydney Tower to Melbourne bus tickets online with Omio and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5284+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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

How to get fromSydney Tower to Melbourne

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane SYD - MEL
3h 42m
$146–340
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer Stbus 6307 / ...
12h 28m
$60–90
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
12h 5m
$68–255
Drive 858.2 km
1. Drive from Sydney Tower to Melbournecar 858.2 km
9h 1m
$153–220
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 20m
$122–330
Bus via Melbourne
1. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Melbournebus Au100-3 / ...
13h 10m
$113–205

Sydney Tower to Melbourne by foot and train

28Weekly Services

12h 5mAverage Duration

$68Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Sydney Tower to Melbourne.

Launch map view

Distance: 738.9 km
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Sydney Tower, 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 4 times a day. Tickets cost $65–250 and the journey takes 10h 50m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Australia

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.