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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Adelaide to Melbourne Cup

Composite routes from Adelaide to Melbourne Cup

Cheapest
8 h
Car
715 km.
from $39
Fastest
1 h 22 min
Plane
Other
12 h 49 min
Bus, Train
647 km.
from $16.28

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:
$76.32–$508.80

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.96–$368.88

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.40–$368.88

Virgin Australia

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

Bus operators

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Adelaide to Deer
Ave. Duration:
9h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$43.25–$58.51

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:
$6.36–$35.62

Train operators

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Bendigo to Footscray
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.60–$7.63

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:
$76.32–$228.96

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Adelaide to Melbourne Cup is to bus and train which costs $10.33 - $36.96 and takes 12h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Adelaide to Melbourne Cup is to fly which takes 3h 55m and costs $70.65 - $206.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Adelaide and Melbourne Cup?

No, there is no direct bus from Adelaide to Melbourne Cup. However, there are services departing from Adelaide and arriving at 70 Cumberland Dr via Station Rd/Ballarat Rd and Highpoint SC/Rosamond Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Adelaide and Melbourne Cup?

No, there is no direct train from Adelaide to Melbourne Cup. However, there are services departing from Adelaide and arriving at 32-Sandown Rd/Epsom Rd via D14-Southern Cross Station/Collins St and 2-Collins St/Elizabeth St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 24m.

How far is it from Adelaide to Melbourne Cup?

The distance between Adelaide and Melbourne Cup is 677 km. The road distance is 715.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Adelaide to Melbourne Cup without a car is to bus which takes 11h 24m and costs $36.96 - $50 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Adelaide to Melbourne Cup, including transfers.

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

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

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Melbourne Cup train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Adelaide to Melbourne Cup?

The best way to get from Adelaide to Melbourne Cup is to fly which takes 3h 55m and costs $70.65 - $206.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $36.96 - $50 and takes 11h 24m, you could also train, which costs $70.65 - $195.65 and takes 12h 24m.

Where does the Adelaide to Melbourne Cup bus arrive?

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

Where does the Adelaide to Melbourne Cup train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Adelaide to Melbourne Cup?

Yes, the driving distance between Adelaide to Melbourne Cup is 715 km. It takes approximately 8h to drive from Adelaide to Melbourne Cup.

Where can I stay near Melbourne Cup?

There are 4345+ hotels available in Melbourne Cup. Prices start at $77.84 per night.
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