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

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Merimbula is to bus which costs $21 - $35 and takes 3h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Merimbula is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Merimbula?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Canberra Station, Coach Stop station and arriving at Park St At Wonga St. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Canberra to Merimbula?

The distance between Canberra and Merimbula is 253 km. The road distance is 242.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Canberra to Merimbula without a car is to bus which takes 3h 52m and costs $21 - $35.

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

The bus from Canberra Station, Coach Stop to Park St At Wonga St takes 3h 52m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Merimbula bus from?

Canberra to Merimbula bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Canberra Station, Coach Stop.

Bus or fly from Canberra to Merimbula?

The best way to get from Canberra to Merimbula is to bus which takes 3h 52m and costs $21 - $35. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $650 - $900 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Canberra to Merimbula bus arrive?

Canberra to Merimbula bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Park St At Wonga St station.

Can I drive from Canberra to Merimbula?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Merimbula is 242 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Canberra to Merimbula.

Where can I stay near Merimbula?

There are 315+ hotels available in Merimbula.

Canberra to Merimbula - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Canberra to Merimbula by bus, car, or plane

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Canberra Station, Coach Stop to Park St At Wonga St771
3h 52m
$21–35
Drive 242.1 km
1. Drive from Canberra to Merimbula242.1 km
3h 1m
$47–68
Fly
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)CBR - MIM
5h 30m
$652–855

Canberra to Merimbula by bus

14Weekly Buses

3h 52mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 253.5 km
Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between Canberra, ACT, Australia and Merimbula, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink operates a bus from Canberra Station, Coach Stop to Park St At Wonga St twice daily. Tickets cost $21–35 and the journey takes 3h 52m. Alternatively, Qantas, Virgin Australia, and Regional Express fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Merimbula Airport (MIM) 3 times a day.

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