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Melbourne to Longreach trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Melbourne and Longreach takes 2d 23h and the fastest train takes 2d 21h. The train runs, on average, 2 times per week from Melbourne to Longreach. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2d 23h
Duration
3,240 km
Distance
$548
Average price
Twice a week
Frequency

Melbourne to Longreach train times

Trains run twice a week between Melbourne and Longreach. The earliest departure is at 7:50 PM in the evening, and the last departure from Melbourne is at 7:50 PM which arrives into Longreach at 7:50 PM. All services require a transfer at Central Station and take an average of 2d 23h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Arrives +3 days

    NSW TrainLink XPTNSW TrainLink XPTQueensland Rail Travel2d 21h • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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    Arrives +3 days

    NSW TrainLink XPTNSW TrainLink XPTQueensland Rail Travel3d 1h • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Melbourne to Longreach? 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 Longreach.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 3,239.7 km
  • Duration: 2d 23h

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Longreach, QLD, Australia?

You can take a train from Southern Cross to Longreach via Central Station, Roma Street Station, and Roma Street in around 2d 4h.

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