The average bus between Semaphore and Melbourne takes 16h 16m and the fastest bus takes 12h 2m. The bus service runs several times per day from Semaphore to Melbourne. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run twice daily between Semaphore and Melbourne. The earliest departure is at 4:56 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Semaphore is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Melbourne at 6:50 PM. All services require a transfer at Stop 1 Port Rd - North side and take an average of 16h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Semaphore to Melbourne? 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.
No, there is no direct bus from Semaphore to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Semaphore station and arriving at Melbourne station via Southern Cross Coach Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 16m.
Semaphore to Melbourne bus services, operated by Adelaide Metro, depart from Crafers station.
Semaphore to Melbourne bus services, operated by Adelaide Metro, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.
The distance between Semaphore and Melbourne is 667.9 km. The road distance is 751 km.
Firefly Express operates a bus from Crafers to Southern Cross Coach Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 9h 30m.