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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Melbourne to Adelaide

Composite routes from Melbourne to Adelaide

Cheapest
8 h 4 min
Car
725 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 to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
11h 50m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$7.00–$39.43

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 to Adelaide?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Adelaide is to bus which costs $5.98 - $50 and takes 10h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Adelaide is to fly which takes 3h 15m and costs $65.22 - $206.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Adelaide?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Adelaide. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Adelaide?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southern Cross and arriving at Adelaide. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 10h 25m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Adelaide?

The distance between Melbourne and Adelaide is 671 km. The road distance is 725.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Adelaide without a car is to bus which takes 10h 15m and costs $5.98 - $50 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Melbourne to Adelaide, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Adelaide bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Adelaide train from?

Melbourne to Adelaide train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from Southern Cross station.

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne to Adelaide?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Adelaide is to fly which takes 3h 15m and costs $65.22 - $206.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5.98 - $50 and takes 10h 15m, you could also train, which costs $65.22 - $195.65 and takes 10h 25m.

Where does the Melbourne to Adelaide bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Adelaide?

Adelaide is 30 min behind Melbourne. It is currently 06:07 in Melbourne and 05:37 in Adelaide.

Where does the Melbourne to Adelaide train arrive?

Melbourne to Adelaide train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at Adelaide station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Adelaide?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Adelaide is 726 km. It takes approximately 8h 4m to drive from Melbourne to Adelaide.

Where can I stay near Adelaide?

There are 1089+ hotels available in Adelaide. Prices start at $56.07 per night.
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