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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ipswich to Melbourne

Composite routes from Ipswich to Melbourne

Cheapest
18 h 4 min
Car
1619 km.
from $89
Other
5 h 27 min
Train, Plane
1346 km.
from $164.48
27 h 54 min
1346 km.
from $90.37
31 h 2 min
1346 km.
from $336.17
7 h 14 min
Train, Plane
1346 km.
from $164.52
7 h 12 min
Train, Plane
1346 km.
from $294.91
8 h 44 min
Train, Plane
1346 km.
from $173.97

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Ipswich station, platform 1 to Eagle
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.65–$3.79
Train from Roma Street to Varsity
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.67–$6.95
Train from Ipswich station, platform 1 to Landsborough
Ave. Duration:
2h 21m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$5.94–$8.84

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
14h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.63–$34.10

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.95–$59.37

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$101.05–$239.99
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$88.42–$214.73

SkyBus

Phone:
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
Email:
info@skybus.com.au
Website:
skybus.com.au
Bus from Avalon Airport to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$13.04

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.36–$694.70
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.10–$555.76
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$138.94–$568.39
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.05–$606.29

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$694.70
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.10–$757.86
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$138.94–$568.39
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.05–$821.01

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$126.31–$694.70
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.99–$694.70
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$94.73–$757.86

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$48.00–$176.83

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Email:
sales.enquiries@journeybeyond.com
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Southern
Ave. Duration:
2d 2h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$2,537.45–$3,290.36

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ipswich to Melbourne is to train via Sydney which costs $53.26 - $184.78 and takes 27h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipswich to Melbourne is to train and fly which takes 5h 27m and costs $97.83 - $358.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Ipswich and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipswich to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Ipswich and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Ipswich and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Ipswich station to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from East Ipswich station, platform 2 and arriving at Southern Cross via Roma Street Station and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 54m.

How far is it from Ipswich to Melbourne?

The distance between Ipswich and Melbourne is 1454 km. The road distance is 1625.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ipswich to Melbourne without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 27h 54m and costs $53.26 - $184.78 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Ipswich to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Melbourne bus from?

Ipswich to Melbourne bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Brisbane station.

Where do I catch the Ipswich to Melbourne train from?

Ipswich to Melbourne train services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Roma Street Station.

Train or bus from Ipswich to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Ipswich to Melbourne is to train via Sydney which takes 27h 54m and costs $53.26 - $184.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130.43 - $413.04 and takes 31h 2m.

Where does the Ipswich to Melbourne bus arrive?

Ipswich to Melbourne bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Ipswich and Melbourne?

Melbourne is 1h ahead of Ipswich. It is currently 22:18 in Ipswich and 23:18 in Melbourne.

Where does the Ipswich to Melbourne train arrive?

Ipswich to Melbourne train services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Ipswich to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipswich to Melbourne is 1625 km. It takes approximately 18h 9m to drive from Ipswich to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 4420+ hotels available in Melbourne. Prices start at $77.84 per night.
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