What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Forrest?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Forrest is to train and bus which costs $18 - $290 and takes 9h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Forrest?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Forrest is to fly which takes 2h 14m and costs $140 - $450.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Forrest?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Forrest. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus and arriving at National Cct opp Forrest PS via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and City Interchange Plt 10. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 32m.

How far is it from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Forrest?

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Forrest is 486 km. The road distance is 642 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Forrest without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Forrest without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 23m and costs $18 - $290.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Forrest?

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Forrest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Forrest bus from?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Forrest bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Bus or fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Forrest?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Forrest is to fly which takes 2h 14m and costs $140 - $450. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 32m.

Where does the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Forrest bus arrive?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Forrest bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Canberra station.

Can I drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Forrest?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Forrest is 642 km. It takes approximately 6h 46m to drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Forrest.

Where can I stay near Forrest?

There are 860+ hotels available in Forrest.

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Forrest - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Forrest by plane, train, bus, 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.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)MEL - CBR
2h 14m
$142–441
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Broadmeadows Station to Albury Station622 / ...
2. Take the bus from Albury to Canberra
9h 23m
$18–289
Drive 642 km
1. Drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Forrest642 km
6h 46m
$126–182
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Canberra
9h 32m
Bus via Melbourne Airport T3 Skybus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to CanberraSydney
10h 5m
$115–243

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Forrest by bus and train

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Distance: 486.2 km
Duration: 2h 14m

What companies run services between Melbourne Airport (MEL), Australia and Forrest, ACT, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and two other airlines fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Canberra International Airport (CBR) hourly. Alternatively, FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Canberra twice daily, and the journey takes 7h 30m.

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