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

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Melbourne is to bus and train via Wodonga which costs $10 - $40 and takes 9h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 7m and costs $170 - $440.

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Canberra Jolimont Tourist Centre and arriving at Melbourne. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 52m.

How far is it from Canberra to Melbourne?

The distance between Canberra and Melbourne is 499 km. The road distance is 647 km.

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

The best way to get from Canberra to Melbourne without a car is to bus which takes 7h 52m and costs $110 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Canberra to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Melbourne bus from?

Canberra to Melbourne bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Canberra Jolimont Tourist Centre station.

Bus or fly from Canberra to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Canberra to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 7m and costs $170 - $440. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $240 and takes 7h 52m.

Where does the Canberra to Melbourne bus arrive?

Canberra to Melbourne bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Melbourne station.

Can I drive from Canberra to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Melbourne is 647 km. It takes approximately 6h 54m to drive from Canberra to Melbourne.

How do I get a bus ticket from Canberra to Melbourne?

Book your Canberra to Melbourne bus tickets online with Omio and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5517+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Canberra to Melbourne - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Canberra to Melbourne by plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane CBR - MEL
3h 7m
$171–433
Bus, train via Wodonga
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Jolimont Centre/Northbourne Ave to Wodonga Station/Moloney Drbus Coach
2. Take the train from Wodonga Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Seymour
9h 6m
$11–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Canberra Jolimont Tourist Centre to Melbournebus Au100-4 / ...
7h 52m
$110–240
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Alinga St After Marcus Clarke St to Yass Junction, Coach Stopbus 781
2. Take the train from Yass Junction to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
9h 15m
$64–223
Drive 647 km
1. Drive from Canberra to Melbournecar 647 km
6h 54m
$140–201

Canberra to Melbourne by bus

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7h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 498.6 km
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Canberra, ACT, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and two other airlines fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) hourly. Alternatively, FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Canberra Jolimont Tourist Centre to Melbourne 4 times a day. Tickets cost $100–150 and the journey takes 7h 52m. Greyhound Australia also services this route once daily.

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