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

The cheapest way to get from Hay to Melbourne is to bus and train which costs $28 - $45 and takes 9h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hay to Melbourne is to drive which takes 4h 50m and costs $70 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Hay and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Hay to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Sturt Hwy At Archer St and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St via Balranald Visitor Information Centre, River St and Swan Hill Station/Curlewis St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 17m.

How far is it from Hay to Melbourne?

The distance between Hay and Melbourne is 568 km. The road distance is 402.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Hay to Melbourne without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 16m and costs $28 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 9h 16m to get from Hay to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hay to Melbourne bus from?

Hay to Melbourne bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Sturt Hwy At Archer St station.

Where does the Hay to Melbourne bus arrive?

Hay to Melbourne bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Sturt Hwy Opp Balranald Heritage Park station.

Can I drive from Hay to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Hay to Melbourne is 402 km. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Hay to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5298+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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There are 4 ways to get from Hay to Melbourne by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Sturt Hwy At Archer St to Sturt Hwy Opp Balranald Heritage Parkbus 731
2. Take the bus from Balranald Visitor Information Centre, River St to St Mary MacKilllop College, Splatt Stbus
3. Take the train from Swan Hill Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
9h 16m
$28–42
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sturt Hwy At Archer St to Sturt Hwy Opp Balranald Heritage Parkbus 731
2. Take the bus from Balranald Visitor Information Centre, River St to St Mary MacKilllop College, Splatt Stbus
3. Take the bus from Swan Hill Station/Curlewis St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
10h 17m
$22–62
Drive 402.2 km
1. Drive from Hay to Melbournecar 402.2 km
4h 50m
$72–103
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Sturt Hwy At Archer St to Griffith Station, Coach Stopbus
2. Fly from Griffith (GFF) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane GFF - MEL
7h 13m
$519–869

Hay to Melbourne by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 568.2 km
Duration: 9h 16m

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

You can take a bus from Sturt Hwy At Archer St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St via Sturt Hwy Opp Balranald Heritage Park, Balranald Visitor Information Centre, River St, St Mary MacKilllop College, Splatt St, and Swan Hill Station/Curlewis St in around 10h 17m.

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