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

The cheapest way to get from Wollongbar to Melbourne is to fly and train which costs $160 - $430 and takes 9h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wollongbar to Melbourne is to fly which takes 5h 26m and costs $160 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Wollongbar and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Wollongbar to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Wollongbar TAFE and arriving at Melbourne via Lismore and Sydney Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Wollongbar and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Wollongbar station to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Casino Station and arriving at Southern Cross via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h.

How far is it from Wollongbar to Melbourne?

The distance between Wollongbar and Melbourne is 1315 km. The road distance is 1566.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Wollongbar to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 26h and costs $130 - $500.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Wollongbar to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wollongbar to Melbourne bus from?

Wollongbar to Melbourne bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, depart from Lismore station.

Where do I catch the Wollongbar to Melbourne train from?

Wollongbar to Melbourne train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Casino Station.

Train, bus or fly from Wollongbar to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Wollongbar to Melbourne is to fly which takes 5h 26m and costs $160 - $390. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $130 - $500 and takes 26h, you could also bus, which costs $230 - $380 and takes 26h 26m.

Where does the Wollongbar to Melbourne bus arrive?

Wollongbar to Melbourne bus services, operated by Premier Motor Service, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Wollongbar to Melbourne train arrive?

Wollongbar to Melbourne train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Wollongbar to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Wollongbar to Melbourne is 1566 km. It takes approximately 16h 44m to drive from Wollongbar to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5303+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Wollongbar to Melbourne - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

How to get fromWollongbar to Melbourne

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 9 ways to get from Wollongbar to Melbourne by plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane BNK - MEL
5h 26m
$165–389
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Casino Station to Central Stationtrain 34 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
26h
$131–497
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lismore to Central Stationbus Pm11
2. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Melbournebus Au100-3 / ...
26h 26m
$230–377
Drive 1,566.2 km
1. Drive from Wollongbar to Melbournecar 1,566.2 km
16h 44m
$282–407
Bus to Gold Coast Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport
1. Take the bus from Ballina Service Center to Bilingabus
2. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane OOL - MEL
7h 22m
$158–430
Bus to Coffs Harbour Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport
1. Take the bus from Bus Interchange – Tamar Street to Coffs Harbour Airport - Under Awning at Flight Departuresbus
2. Fly from Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane CFS - MEL
7h 56m
$348–755
Fly Ballina Byron Gateway Airport to Avalon Airport, train
1. Fly from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane BNK - AVV
2. Take the train from Lara Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
9h 14m
$161–429
Bus, train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport
1. Take the bus from Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St to Beenleigh Station, Stand Bbus
2. Take the train from Beenleigh station, platform 2 to International Airport Stationtrain
3. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane BNE - MEL
9h 8m
$197–394
Bus via Corindi Beach
1. Take the bus from Ballina to Spot X Holiday Park Arrawarrabus
2. Take the bus from Spot X Holiday Park Arrawarra to Central Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus
27h 51m
$235–577

Wollongbar to Melbourne by bus and train

27Weekly Services

26hAverage Duration

$131Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Wollongbar to Melbourne.

Launch map view

Distance: 1,315 km
Duration: 5h 26m

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

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wollongbar TAFE to Southern Cross via Molesworth St After Conway St, Lismore Transit Centre, Molesworth St, Casino Station, Coach Bay, Casino Station, and Central Station in around 26h.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Australia

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.