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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney Tower to Melbourne is to train which costs $65 - $260 and takes 11h 55m.

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?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney Tower station to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 20m.

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 Gadigal Station and arriving at Southern Cross via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 55m.

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 11h 55m 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 Firefly Express, depart from Central Station.

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 11h 55m, you could also bus via Gadigal Station, which costs $95 - $300 and takes 12h 20m.

Where does the Sydney Tower to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5305+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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

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

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Fly to Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane SYD - MEL
3h 42m
$146–340
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
11h 55m
$68–255
Bus via Gadigal Station
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
12h 20m
$98–295
Drive 858.2 km
1. Drive from Sydney Tower to Melbournecar 858.2 km
9h 1m
$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 20m
$122–290
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Melbournebus Au100-3 / ...
13h 10m
$133–235

Sydney Tower to Melbourne by foot, subway, and train

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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 5 times a day. Tickets cost $65–250 and the journey takes 10h 50m.

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