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

The cheapest way to get from Botany to Melbourne is to train which costs $65 - $260 and takes 12h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Botany to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 26m and costs $140 - $440.

Is there a direct bus between Botany and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Botany to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Wentworth Av At Dransfield Av and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St via Sydney Domestic Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 12m.

How far is it from Botany to Melbourne?

The distance between Botany and Melbourne is 732 km. The road distance is 852.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Botany to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 12h 13m and costs $65 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Botany to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Botany to Melbourne bus from?

Botany to Melbourne bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Sydney Domestic Airport station.

Train, bus or fly from Botany to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Botany to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 26m and costs $140 - $440. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $260 and takes 12h 13m, you could also bus via Mascot Station, which costs $140 - $330 and takes 12h 50m.

Where does the Botany to Melbourne bus arrive?

Botany to Melbourne bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Can I drive from Botany to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Botany to Melbourne is 852 km. It takes approximately 8h 50m to drive from Botany to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5257+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Botany to Melbourne - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Botany to Melbourne by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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

Fly to Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)SYD - MEL
3h 26m
$146–434
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Cross623 / ...
12h 13m
$68–258
Bus via Mascot Station (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Sydney International Airport to Southern Cross Coach TerminalMelbourne
12h 50m
$148–326
Drive 852.3 km
1. Drive from Botany to Melbourne852.3 km
8h 50m
$162–234
Fly to Avalon Airport, bus
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Avalon Airport (AVV)SYD - AVV
2. Take the bus from Avalon Airport/Outside Terminal to Skybus Coach Terminal
5h
$136–594
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sydney Domestic Airport to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St
13h 12m

Botany to Melbourne by bus and train

28Weekly Services

12h 13mAverage Duration

$68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 731.6 km
Duration: 3h 26m

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

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) every 30 minutes. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Central Station to Southern Cross 4 times a day. Tickets cost $65–250 and the journey takes 10h 50m.

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