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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Melbourne Cbd to Sydney

Composite routes from Melbourne Cbd to Sydney

Cheapest
8 h 57 min
Car
861 km.
from $47
Other
3 h 51 min
Bus, Plane
712 km.
from $164.47

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St to Central
Ave. Duration:
13h 50m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.14–$39.43

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Liverpool
Ave. Duration:
10h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.25–$59.78
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.25–$59.78

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St to Central
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$95.40–$228.96

SkyBus

Phone:
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
Email:
info@skybus.com.au
Website:
skybus.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$13.13

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.70–$407.04
Plane from Avalon Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$50.88–$381.60

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.12–$407.04
Plane from Avalon Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$50.88–$381.60

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.40–$394.32

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 18m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$48.34–$178.08

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Sydney is to bus via Liverpool Station, Stand G which costs $36.96 - $54.35 and takes 11h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Sydney is to fly which takes 3h 3m and costs $65.22 - $260.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne CBD and Sydney?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St and arriving at Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne CBD and Sydney?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southern Cross and arriving at Central Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 18m.

Is there a direct flight between Melbourne CBD and Sydney?

Yes, there are direct flights between Melbourne CBD and Sydney; these take 1h 25m and cost $46.74 - $228.26 .

How far is it from Melbourne CBD to Sydney?

The distance between Melbourne CBD and Sydney is 735 km. The road distance is 865.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne CBD to Sydney without a car is to train which takes 11h 18m and costs $41.30 - $152.17 .

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

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

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

Melbourne CBD to Sydney bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

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

Melbourne CBD to Sydney train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Southern Cross station.

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne CBD to Sydney?

The best way to get from Melbourne CBD to Sydney is to fly which takes 3h 3m and costs $65.22 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $41.30 - $152.17 and takes 11h 18m, you could also bus via Liverpool Station, Stand G, which costs $36.96 - $54.35 and takes 11h 35m.

Where does the Melbourne CBD to Sydney bus arrive?

Melbourne CBD to Sydney bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Liverpool station.

Where does the Melbourne CBD to Sydney train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne CBD to Sydney?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne CBD to Sydney is 865 km. It takes approximately 8h 58m to drive from Melbourne CBD to Sydney.

Where can I stay near Sydney?

There are 3559+ hotels available in Sydney. Prices start at $76 per night.
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