What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo to Melbourne is to bus via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St which costs $60 - $95 and takes 13h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 18m and costs $140 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterloo to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Bourke St At McEvoy St and arriving at Melbourne via Sydney Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Waterloo station to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Waterloo Station and arriving at Southern Cross via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 52m.

How far is it from Waterloo to Melbourne?

The distance between Waterloo and Melbourne is 731 km. The road distance is 854.4 km.

How do I travel from Waterloo to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 11h 52m and costs $80 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Waterloo to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo to Melbourne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Waterloo to Melbourne train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Waterloo to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Waterloo to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 18m and costs $140 - $490. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $80 - $250 and takes 11h 52m, you could also bus, which costs $130 - $220 and takes 13h 9m.

Where does the Waterloo to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Waterloo to Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waterloo to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo to Melbourne is 854 km. It takes approximately 8h 56m to drive from Waterloo to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5367+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Waterloo to Melbourne 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 18m
$149–481
Bus via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer Stbus 6107 / ...
13h 24m
$63–93
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
11h 52m
$83–245
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Melbournebus Au100-3 / ...
13h 9m
$133–213
Drive 854.4 km
1. Drive from Waterloo to Melbournecar 854.4 km
8h 56m
$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
4h 56m
$133–535

Waterloo to Melbourne by subway and train

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Distance: 731 km
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Waterloo, NSW, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, 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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