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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide Cbd

Composite routes from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide Cbd

Cheapest
8 h
Car
720 km.
from $39
Fastest
1 h 23 min
Plane

Transport providers

Airlines

Qatar Airways

Website:
qatarairways.com/en-au/homepage.html
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.32–$508.80

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.96–$368.88

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.40–$368.88

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.32–$508.80

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
3h 17m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$69.96–$343.44

Bus operators

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
10h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$43.25–$58.51

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to 85
Ave. Duration:
11h 50m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$8.27–$43.25

Train operators

Journey Beyond - The Overland

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
sales.enquiries@journeybeyond.com
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/journeys/overland/
Train from Southern Cross to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
10h 25m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$76.32–$228.96

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD is to bus via Melbourne Airport T3 Skybus/Arrival Dr which costs $17.39 - $48.91 and takes 13h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD is to fly which takes 1h 58m and costs $54.35 - $184.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Adelaide CBD?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and arriving at Adelaide via Southern Cross Coach Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 38m.

How far is it from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD?

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Adelaide CBD is 651 km. The road distance is 720.8 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD without a car is to bus which takes 11h 38m and costs $47.83 - $65.22 .

How long does it take to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD?

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD bus from?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD is to fly which takes 1h 58m and costs $54.35 - $184.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $47.83 - $65.22 and takes 11h 38m, you could also train, which costs $76.09 - $217.39 and takes 12h 10m.

Where does the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD bus arrive?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Adelaide station.

What is the time difference between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Adelaide CBD?

Adelaide CBD is 30 min behind Melbourne Airport (MEL). It is currently 07:40 in Melbourne Airport (MEL) and 07:10 in Adelaide CBD.

Can I drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD is 721 km. It takes approximately 8h to drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide CBD.

Where can I stay near Adelaide CBD?

There are 1092+ hotels available in Adelaide CBD. Prices start at $56.07 per night.
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