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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to North Melbourne is to bus via Hawke St/Spencer St which costs $65 - $95 and takes 12h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to North Melbourne is to fly and train which takes 4h 8m and costs $150 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and North Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to North Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Sydney Central Station and arriving at Melbourne via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and North Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to North Melbourne station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at North Melbourne Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 56m.

How far is it from Sydney to North Melbourne?

The distance between Sydney and North Melbourne is 744 km. The road distance is 855.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to North Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 10h 56m and costs $85 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Sydney to North Melbourne, including transfers.

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

Sydney to North Melbourne bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Sydney Central Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Sydney to North Melbourne?

The best way to get from Sydney to North Melbourne is to train which takes 10h 56m and costs $85 - $250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130 - $210 and takes 12h 1m.

Where does the Sydney to North Melbourne bus arrive?

Sydney to North Melbourne bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Melbourne station.

Where does the Sydney to North Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sydney to North Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to North Melbourne is 856 km. It takes approximately 9h 5m to drive from Sydney to North Melbourne.

Where can I stay near North Melbourne?

There are 5284+ hotels available in North Melbourne.

Sydney to North Melbourne - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Sydney to North Melbourne by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Sydney International Airport to Melbourne Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane SYD - MEL
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Arden Stationtrain
4h 8m
$155–388
Bus via Hawke St/Spencer St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer Stbus 6107 / ...
12h 18m
$68–93
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
10h 56m
$88–243
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Melbournebus Au100-3 / ...
12h 1m
$138–202
Drive 855.8 km
1. Drive from Sydney to North Melbournecar 855.8 km
9h 5m
$155–224
Fly Sydney International Airport 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 Footscray Stationtrain
5h 21m
$139–342
Train to Newcastle Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport
1. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane NTL - MEL
7h 6m
$157–403

Sydney to North Melbourne by train

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10h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 744 km
Duration: 4h 8m

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

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Central Station to Southern Cross 4 times a day. Tickets cost $80–240 and the journey takes 10h 50m. Alternatively, FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Sydney Central Station to Melbourne 5 times a day. Tickets cost $130–200 and the journey takes 11h 55m.

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