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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Melbourne to Adelaide Hills

Composite routes from Melbourne to Adelaide Hills

Cheapest
8 h 4 min
Car
721 km.
from $39
Fastest
1 h 23 min
Plane
Other
4 h
Plane, Bus
646 km.
from $176.20

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:
$82.10–$530.50

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.47–$353.67

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$94.73–$353.67

Virgin Australia

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

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:
$75.79–$341.04

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:
$40.42–$56.84

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:
$7.58–$40.42

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:
$69.47–$214.73

Adelaide Metro

Phone:
1300 311 108
Website:
adelaidemetro.com.au/
Bus from Stop X1 Pulteney St - West side to Stop
Ave. Duration:
24 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.06

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Adelaide Hills is to bus via Stop 26 Magill Rd - North side which costs $9.24 - $38.04 and takes 12h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Adelaide Hills is to fly and bus which takes 4h and costs $65.22 - $217.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Adelaide Hills?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Adelaide Hills. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Stop 26 Montacute Rd - North side via Stop V1 King William St - West side. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 4m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Adelaide Hills?

The distance between Melbourne and Adelaide Hills is 682 km. The road distance is 721.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Adelaide Hills without a car is to bus which takes 11h 4m and costs $38.04 - $51.09 .

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Melbourne to Adelaide Hills, including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from Melbourne to Adelaide Hills?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Adelaide Hills is to bus which takes 11h 4m and costs $38.04 - $51.09 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65.22 - $184.78 and takes 11h 17m.

Where does the Melbourne to Adelaide Hills bus arrive?

Melbourne to Adelaide Hills bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Adelaide station.

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Adelaide Hills?

Adelaide Hills is 30 min behind Melbourne. It is currently 18:09 in Melbourne and 17:39 in Adelaide Hills.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Adelaide Hills?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Adelaide Hills is 722 km. It takes approximately 8h 4m to drive from Melbourne to Adelaide Hills.

Where can I stay near Adelaide Hills?

There are 1152+ hotels available in Adelaide Hills. Prices start at $53.80 per night.
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