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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Perth to Melbourne

Composite routes from Perth to Melbourne

Cheapest
35 h 48 min
Car
3422 km.
from $188
Fastest
4 h 5 min
Plane
Other
2 d 6 h 28 min
Train, Bus
2720 km.
from $3732.39
2 d 7 h 40 min
2720 km.
from $3829.35
2 d 8 h 58 min
Train, bus via Bendigo, Train, bus via Bendigo
2720 km.
from $2380.20

Transport providers

Airlines

World Ticket

Website:
worldticket.com/
Plane from Launceston to Essendon
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$25.28–$240.12

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Perth Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$189.57–$1,011.01
Plane from Launceston to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$41.70–$240.12

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Perth Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$290.67–$1,011.01
Plane from Launceston to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$41.70–$353.85

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Perth Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$240.12–$884.64
Plane from Launceston to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.51–$379.13

Sharp Aviation

Website:
sharpairlines.com/
Plane from Launceston to Essendon
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$25.28–$240.12

Bus operators

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Adelaide to Southern
Ave. Duration:
9h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$42.97–$58.13

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:
$6.32–$35.39

Train operators

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Bendigo to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 58m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.56–$7.58

Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
sales.enquiries@journeybeyond.com
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/indian-pacific/
Train from Perth to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
43h 15m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,390.14–$5,686.95

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:
$75.83–$227.48

Other operators

Spirit of Tasmania

Phone:
+61 3 6419 9320
Website:
spiritoftasmania.com.au
Other from Spirit of Tasmania, Devonport Terminal to Spirit
Ave. Duration:
10h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$49.29–$328.58

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Perth to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Perth to Melbourne is to fly which costs $163.04 - $543.48 and takes 5h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Perth to Melbourne is to fly which takes 5h 22m and costs $163.04 - $543.48 .

Is there a direct train between Perth and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Perth to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Perth and arriving at Southern Cross via Adelaide. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 7h.

How far is it from Perth to Melbourne?

The distance between Perth and Melbourne is 2737 km. The road distance is 3419.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Perth to Melbourne without a car is to train and bus which takes 2 days 6h and costs $1195.65 - $5000 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Perth to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Perth to Melbourne train from?

Perth to Melbourne train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific, depart from Perth station.

Train or fly from Perth to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Perth to Melbourne is to fly which takes 5h 22m and costs $163.04 - $543.48 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1304.35 - $5108.70 and takes 2 days 7h.

What is the time difference between Perth and Melbourne?

Melbourne is 3h ahead of Perth. It is currently 03:08 in Perth and 06:08 in Melbourne.

Where does the Perth to Melbourne train arrive?

Perth to Melbourne train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific, arrive at Adelaide Parklands station.

Can I drive from Perth to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth to Melbourne is 3419 km. It takes approximately 35h 45m to drive from Perth to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 4420+ hotels available in Melbourne. Prices start at $77.84 per night.
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