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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Port Adelaide to Melbourne

Composite routes from Port Adelaide to Melbourne

Cheapest
8 h 20 min
Car
740 km.
from $40
Fastest
1 h 24 min
Plane
Other
3 h 52 min
Train, Plane
664 km.
from $176.22
14 h 7 min
Bus, Train
664 km.
from $18.27

Transport providers

Airlines

Qatar Airways

Website:
qatarairways.com/en-au/homepage.html
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.10–$530.50

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.47–$353.67

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$94.73–$353.67

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.10–$530.50

Bus operators

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Adelaide to Southern
Ave. Duration:
9h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$40.42–$56.84

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from 85 Franklin St to Bendigo
Ave. Duration:
9h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.32–$34.10

Train operators

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Bendigo to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 58m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.31–$6.95

Journey Beyond - The Overland

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
sales.enquiries@journeybeyond.com
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/journeys/overland/
Train from Adelaide to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 25m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$69.47–$214.73

Adelaide Metro

Phone:
1300 311 108
Website:
adelaidemetro.com.au/
Train from Port Dock station to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
21 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.06

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Port Adelaide to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Port Adelaide to Melbourne is to bus and train which costs $11.96 - $38.04 and takes 14h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Adelaide to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Port Adelaide to Melbourne is to train and fly which takes 3h 52m and costs $70.65 - $217.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Port Adelaide and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Port Adelaide to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Zone A Port Dock Interchange and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Adelaide. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 38m.

How far is it from Port Adelaide to Melbourne?

The distance between Port Adelaide and Melbourne is 684 km. The road distance is 740.7 km.

How do I travel from Port Adelaide to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Port Adelaide to Melbourne without a car is to bus which takes 11h 38m and costs $36.96 - $52.17 .

How long does it take to get from Port Adelaide to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Port Adelaide to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Port Adelaide to Melbourne bus from?

Port Adelaide to Melbourne bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Adelaide station.

Train or bus from Port Adelaide to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Port Adelaide to Melbourne is to bus which takes 11h 38m and costs $36.96 - $52.17 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65.22 - $195.65 and takes 13h 10m.

Where does the Port Adelaide to Melbourne bus arrive?

Port Adelaide to Melbourne bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Port Adelaide and Melbourne?

Melbourne is 30 min ahead of Port Adelaide. It is currently 16:53 in Port Adelaide and 17:23 in Melbourne.

Can I drive from Port Adelaide to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Adelaide to Melbourne is 741 km. It takes approximately 8h 19m to drive from Port Adelaide to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 4484+ hotels available in Melbourne. Prices start at $74.70 per night.
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