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

The cheapest way to get from Armidale to Melbourne is to train which costs $110 - $350 and takes 20h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Armidale to Melbourne is to fly which takes 5h 36m and costs $410 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Armidale and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Armidale to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Armidale Visitor Information Centre and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St via Tamworth Station, Coach Stop, Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1 and Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 20m.

How far is it from Armidale to Melbourne?

The distance between Armidale and Melbourne is 1037 km. The road distance is 1214.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Armidale to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 20h 48m and costs $110 - $350.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Armidale to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Armidale to Melbourne bus from?

Armidale to Melbourne bus services, operated by Dorrigo Transit, depart from Armidale Visitor Information Centre station.

Train, bus or fly from Armidale to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Armidale to Melbourne is to fly which takes 5h 36m and costs $410 - $700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $110 - $350 and takes 20h 48m, you could also bus, which costs $140 - $210 and takes 21h 20m.

Where does the Armidale to Melbourne bus arrive?

Armidale to Melbourne bus services, operated by Dorrigo Transit, arrive at Tamworth Station.

Can I drive from Armidale to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Armidale to Melbourne is 1215 km. It takes approximately 14h 5m to drive from Armidale to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5354+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Armidale to Melbourne - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Armidale to Melbourne by plane, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Armidale to Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Armidale (ARM) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane ARM - MEL
5h 36m
$411–672
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Armidale Station to Central Stationtrain 224
2. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
20h 48m
$113–343
Bus
1. Take the bus from Armidale Visitor Information Centre to Tamworth Stationbus Dt9
2. Take the bus from Tamworth Station, Coach Stop to Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 4bus 362
3. Take the bus from Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1 to Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 2bus 792
4. Take the bus from Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 1 to Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer Stbus
21h 20m
$143–205
Drive 1,214.7 km
1. Drive from Armidale to Melbournecar 1,214.7 km
14h 5m
$231–333
Bus to Coffs Harbour Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport
1. Take the bus from Armidale Visitor Information Centre to Coffs Harbour Airportbus
2. Fly from Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane CFS - MEL
6h 40m
$419–771
Fly Armidale to Avalon Airport, bus
1. Fly from Armidale (ARM) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane ARM - AVV
2. Take the bus from Avalon Airport/Outside Terminal to Skybus Coach Terminalbus
7h 51m
$431–922
Train to Tamworth, fly to Melbourne Airport
1. Take the train from Armidale Station to Tamworth Stationtrain
2. Fly from Tamworth (TMW) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane TMW - MEL
8h 25m
$456–791
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Armidale Station to Fassifern Stationtrain 224
2. Take the train from Fassifern Station to Central Stationtrain Ccn
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus
21h 55m
$142–365

Armidale to Melbourne by bus and train

14Weekly Services

20h 48mAverage Duration

$113Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,037 km
Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Armidale, NSW, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

Qantas, Link Airways, and Virgin Australia fly from Armidale (ARM) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Niagara St After Donnelly St to Southern Cross via Armidale Station, Coach Stop, Armidale Station, and Central Station in around 20h 48m.

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