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

The cheapest way to get from Helensvale to Melbourne is to train via Sydney which costs $160 - $500 and takes 28h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helensvale to Melbourne is to fly which takes 5h 4m and costs $140 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between Helensvale and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Helensvale to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Gold Coast Hwy at Discovery Drive and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St via Southport and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Helensvale and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Helensvale station to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Helensvale station, platform 2 and arriving at Southern Cross via Roma Street Station and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 22m.

How far is it from Helensvale to Melbourne?

The distance between Helensvale and Melbourne is 1389 km. The road distance is 1683.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Helensvale to Melbourne without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 28h 22m and costs $160 - $500.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Helensvale to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helensvale to Melbourne bus from?

Helensvale to Melbourne bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Southport station.

Where do I catch the Helensvale to Melbourne train from?

Helensvale to Melbourne train services, operated by Translink, depart from Helensvale station, platform 2.

Train, bus or fly from Helensvale to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Helensvale to Melbourne is to fly which takes 5h 4m and costs $140 - $480. Alternatively, you can train via Sydney, which costs $160 - $500 and takes 28h 22m, you could also bus, which costs $230 - $500 and takes 30h 47m.

Where does the Helensvale to Melbourne bus arrive?

Helensvale to Melbourne bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Helensvale and Melbourne?

Melbourne is 1h ahead of Helensvale. It is currently 6:26 AM in Helensvale and 7:26 AM in Melbourne.

Where does the Helensvale to Melbourne train arrive?

Helensvale to Melbourne train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Helensvale to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Helensvale to Melbourne is 1683 km. It takes approximately 17h 43m to drive from Helensvale to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5364+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Helensvale to Melbourne - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Helensvale to Melbourne by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane OOL - MEL
5h 4m
$140–476
Fly Gold Coast Airport to Avalon Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane OOL - AVV
2. Take the train from Lara Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
6h 48m
$134–470
Train via Sydney
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Roma Streettrain
2. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Stationtrain 32
3. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
28h 22m
$166–491
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southport to Central Stationbus Sydney
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
30h 47m
$231–501
Drive 1,683.1 km
1. Drive from Helensvale to Melbournecar 1,683.1 km
17h 43m
$307–443
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to International Airport Stationtrain
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane BNE - MEL
5h 37m
$188–395
Train to Brisbane Airport, fly to Avalon Airport, train
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to International Airport Stationtrain
2. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane BNE - AVV
3. Take the train from Lara Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
7h 20m
$142–539
Train
1. Take the train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Central station, platform 3train Vlbd / ...
2. Take the train from Brisbane to Southern Crosstrain
2d 5h
$2,601–3,701

Helensvale to Melbourne by train

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Distance: 1,388.7 km
Duration: 5h 4m

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

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Helensvale station, platform 2 to Southern Cross via Roma Street, Roma Street Station, and Central Station in around 28h 22m.

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