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

The cheapest way to get from Caloundra to Melbourne is to train and fly which costs $120 - $420 and takes 9h.

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

The fastest way to get from Caloundra to Melbourne is to line 600 bus and fly which takes 6h 3m and costs $130 - $420.

Is there a direct bus between Caloundra and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Caloundra station to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Caloundra station and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St via Maroochydore, Brisbane and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 37m.

How far is it from Caloundra to Melbourne?

The distance between Caloundra and Melbourne is 1507 km. The road distance is 1713.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Caloundra to Melbourne without a car is to train and bus which takes 32h 25m and costs $200 - $600.

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Caloundra to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caloundra to Melbourne bus from?

Caloundra to Melbourne bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Maroochydore station.

Train or bus from Caloundra to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Caloundra to Melbourne is to train which takes 2 days 3h and costs $3,300 - $4,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 34h 37m.

Where does the Caloundra to Melbourne bus arrive?

Caloundra to Melbourne bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

What is the time difference between Caloundra and Melbourne?

Melbourne is 1h ahead of Caloundra. It is currently 5:49 PM in Caloundra and 6:49 PM in Melbourne.

Can I drive from Caloundra to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Caloundra to Melbourne is 1714 km. It takes approximately 19h 37m to drive from Caloundra to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5351+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Caloundra to Melbourne - 9 ways to travel via train, line 600 bus, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Caloundra to Melbourne by bus, plane, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Line 600 bus to Sunshine Coast Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Caloundra station to Maroochydore station, platform 2bus
2. Fly from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane MCY - MEL
6h 3m
$140–420
Train, train to Gold Coast Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Bowen Hills station, platform 3train
2. Take the train from Bowen Hills station, platform 1 to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2train
3. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane OOL - MEL
9h
$122–412
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Central station, platform 5train
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Central Stationbus
3. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
32h 25m
$206–582
Train
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Central station, platform 5train Naip / ...
2. Take the train from Brisbane to Broadmeadowstrain
2d 3h
$3,308–4,508
Drive 1,713.8 km
1. Drive from Caloundra to Melbournecar 1,713.8 km
19h 37m
$325–470
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Eagle Junction station, platform 3train
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane BNE - MEL
6h 45m
$166–344
Fly Sunshine Coast Airport to Avalon Airport, bus
1. Fly from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane MCY - AVV
2. Take the bus from Avalon Airport/Outside Terminal to Skybus Coach Terminalbus
9h 52m
$300–570
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Avalon Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Eagle Junction station, platform 3train
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane BNE - AVV
3. Take the bus from Avalon Airport/Outside Terminal to Skybus Coach Terminalbus
8h 25m
$196–464
Bus
1. Take the bus from Maroochydore to Brisbanebus
2. Take the bus from Brisbane to Central Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
34h 37m

Caloundra to Melbourne by bus, train, and foot

20Weekly Services

32h 25mAverage Duration

$206Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,506.9 km
Duration: 6h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Bowman Rd near First Ave to Melbourne Central Station via Landsborough station, stop A, Landsborough station, platform 2, Brisbane, and Broadmeadows Station in around 2d 3h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Caloundra station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St via Maroochydore, Brisbane, and Central Station in around 34h 37m.

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