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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from South Melbourne to Sydney

Composite routes from South Melbourne to Sydney

Cheapest
9 h 1 min
Car
866 km.
from $47
Other
5 h
Bus, Plane
715 km.
from $167.02

Transport providers

Train operators

Yarra Trams

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
yarratrams.com.au/
Train from 127-South Melbourne Station/Light Rail to 1-Spencer
Ave. Duration:
10 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.97

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:
$48.00–$176.83

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St to Central
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.14–$36.63

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.95–$59.37

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
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 Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$13.04

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.31–$404.19
Plane from Avalon Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$50.52–$378.93

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.36–$404.19
Plane from Avalon Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$50.52–$378.93

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$94.73–$391.56

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from South Melbourne to Sydney is to bus which costs $1 - $31.52 and takes 12h.

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

The fastest way to get from South Melbourne to Sydney is to line 96 tram and fly which takes 3h 19m and costs $70.65 - $260.87 .

Is there a direct bus between South Melbourne 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 four times a day, and operate Monday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 12h.

Is there a direct train between South Melbourne and Sydney?

No, there is no direct train from South Melbourne station to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from 127-South Melbourne Station/Light Rail and arriving at Central Station via Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 26m.

How far is it from South Melbourne to Sydney?

The distance between South Melbourne and Sydney is 737 km. The road distance is 866.6 km.

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

The best way to get from South Melbourne to Sydney without a car is to bus which takes 12h and costs $1 - $31.52 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from South Melbourne to Sydney, including transfers.

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

South Melbourne to Sydney bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St station.

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

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

Train or bus from South Melbourne to Sydney?

The best way to get from South Melbourne to Sydney is to bus which takes 12h and costs $1 - $31.52 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $43.48 - $163.04 and takes 12h 26m.

Where does the South Melbourne to Sydney bus arrive?

South Melbourne to Sydney bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

Where does the South Melbourne to Sydney train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Melbourne to Sydney?

Yes, the driving distance between South Melbourne to Sydney is 867 km. It takes approximately 9h 1m to drive from South Melbourne 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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