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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Port Melbourne is to train which costs $70 - $250 and takes 11h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Port Melbourne is to fly and line 109 tram which takes 3h 57m and costs $150 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Port Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Port Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Graham St/Bay St via Queen Victoria Market/Franklin St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Port Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Port Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Graham St/Light Rail #128 via Spencer St/Collins St #1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 8m.

How far is it from Sydney to Port Melbourne?

The distance between Sydney and Port Melbourne is 741 km. The road distance is 860.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Port Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 11h 8m and costs $70 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Sydney to Port Melbourne, including transfers.

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

Sydney to Port Melbourne bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Central Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Sydney to Port Melbourne?

The best way to get from Sydney to Port Melbourne is to train which takes 11h 8m and costs $70 - $250. Alternatively, you can bus via Queen Victoria Market/Franklin St, which costs $100 - $290 and takes 11h 57m.

Where does the Sydney to Port Melbourne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sydney to Port Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sydney to Port Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Port Melbourne is 861 km. It takes approximately 9h 10m to drive from Sydney to Port Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Port Melbourne?

There are 5286+ hotels available in Port Melbourne.

Sydney to Port Melbourne - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, and line 109 tram

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

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Fly to Melbourne Airport, line 109 tram
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane SYD - MEL
2. Take the tram from Spencer St/Collins St #1 to Graham St/Light Rail #128tram
3h 57m
$152–346
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
11h 8m
$73–249
Bus via Queen Victoria Market/Franklin St
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
11h 57m
$101–290
Drive 860.5 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Port Melbournecar 860.5 km
9h 10m
$155–224
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 26m
$128–296
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Melbournebus Au100-3 / ...
12h 9m
$142–228

Sydney to Port Melbourne by train and tram

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11h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 740.9 km
Duration: 3h 57m

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

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. Alternatively, Firefly Express operates a bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 11h 15m. Greyhound Australia also services this route once daily.

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