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Trip Overview

The average bus between Melbourne and Adelaide CBD takes 10h 59m and the fastest bus takes 10h 15m. The bus service runs several times per day from Melbourne to Adelaide CBD. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

10h 59m
Duration
733 km
Distance
$65
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Melbourne to Adelaide CBD bus times

Buses run twice daily between Melbourne and Adelaide CBD. The earliest departure is at 7:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Melbourne is at 8:15 PM which arrives into Adelaide CBD at 6:00 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 10h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    bus bus 10h 15m • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    bus bus 10h 15m • Direct

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Melbourne to Adelaide CBD? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Melbourne to Adelaide CBD.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 732.9 km
  • Duration: 10h 59m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Adelaide CBD, SA, Australia?

Firefly Express operates a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Adelaide twice daily. Tickets cost $63–66 and the journey takes 10h 15m. V-Line Buses also services this route once a week.

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