What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney to Victoria?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Victoria is to bus via Liverpool Station, Stand G which costs $68 - $73 and takes 12h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney to Victoria?

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Victoria is to fly which takes 3h 33m and costs $140 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Victoria?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sydney Central Station station and arriving at Melbourne. Services depart five times a day. The journey takes approximately 11h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Victoria?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Central Station station and arriving at Southern Cross. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 50m.

How far is it from Sydney to Victoria?

The distance between Sydney and Victoria is 737 km. The road distance is 856.6 km.

How do I travel from Sydney to Victoria without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney to Victoria without a car is to train which takes 10h 50m and costs $80 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Sydney to Victoria?

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

Where do I catch the Sydney to Victoria bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sydney to Victoria train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Sydney to Victoria?

The best way to get from Sydney to Victoria is to fly which takes 3h 33m and costs $140 - $380. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $80 - $240 and takes 10h 50m, you could also bus, which costs $120 - $200 and takes 11h 55m.

Where does the Sydney to Victoria bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sydney to Victoria train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sydney to Victoria?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Victoria is 857 km. It takes approximately 9h 5m to drive from Sydney to Victoria.

How do I get a train ticket from Sydney to Victoria?

Book your Sydney to Victoria train tickets online with 12go.asia.

How do I get a bus ticket from Sydney to Victoria?

Book your Sydney to Victoria bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Victoria?

There are 5312+ hotels available in Victoria.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Sydney to Victoria 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
$149–372
Bus via Liverpool Station, Stand G
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Liverpool to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
12h 13m
$68–73
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
10h 50m
$80–240
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Melbournebus Au100-3 / ...
11h 55m
$120–200
Drive 856.6 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Melbournecar 856.6 km
9h 5m
$153–221
Fly to Avalon Airport
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane SYD - AVV
4h 35m
$128–326

Sydney to Victoria by train

29Weekly Trains

10h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 737.5 km
Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Victoria, Australia?

Jetstar, Qantas, and Virgin Australia 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 $80–240 and the journey takes 10h 50m.

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