What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne Cup to Adelaide?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Cup to Adelaide is to bus which costs $22 - $75 and takes 13h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne Cup to Adelaide?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Cup to Adelaide is to train and fly which takes 4h 8m and costs $120 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Cup and Adelaide?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Cup to Adelaide. However, there are services departing from Edgewater Park/Cumberland Dr and arriving at Adelaide via Highpoint SC/Rosamond Rd and Deer Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne Cup and Adelaide?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne Cup to Adelaide station. However, there are services departing from Sandown Rd/Epsom Rd #32 and arriving at Adelaide Station via Melbourne Central Station and Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 13m.

How far is it from Melbourne Cup to Adelaide?

The distance between Melbourne Cup and Adelaide is 671 km. The road distance is 715.2 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne Cup to Adelaide without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne Cup to Adelaide without a car is to bus via Station Rd/Ballarat Rd which takes 12h 10m and costs $99 - $104.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne Cup to Adelaide?

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Melbourne Cup to Adelaide, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Cup to Adelaide bus from?

Melbourne Cup to Adelaide bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Deer Park station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Cup to Adelaide train from?

Melbourne Cup to Adelaide train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train or bus from Melbourne Cup to Adelaide?

The best way to get from Melbourne Cup to Adelaide is to bus via Station Rd/Ballarat Rd which takes 12h 10m and costs $99 - $104. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $150 - $400 and takes 12h 13m.

Where does the Melbourne Cup to Adelaide bus arrive?

Melbourne Cup to Adelaide bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Adelaide station.

Where does the Melbourne Cup to Adelaide train arrive?

Melbourne Cup to Adelaide train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at Adelaide Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne Cup to Adelaide?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Cup to Adelaide is 715 km. It takes approximately 8h 1m to drive from Melbourne Cup to Adelaide.

Where can I stay near Adelaide?

There are 1478+ hotels available in Adelaide.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne Cup to Adelaide by train, plane, bus, or car

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

Train, fly
best
1. Take the train from Ascot Vale Station to Broadmeadows Station
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)MEL - ADL
4h 8m
$126–376
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to 85 Franklin StCoach
13h 45m
$22–72
Bus via Station Rd/Ballarat Rd
1. Take the bus from Deer Park to AdelaideAdelaide
12h 10m
$99–103
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Adelaide StationThe Overland
12h 13m
$152–392
Drive 715.2 km
1. Drive from Melbourne Cup to Adelaide715.2 km
8h 1m
$136–196

Melbourne Cup to Adelaide by foot and bus

7Weekly Services

12h 10mAverage Duration

$99Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Melbourne Cup to Adelaide.

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Distance: 671.1 km
Duration: 4h 8m

What companies run services between Melbourne Cup, VIC, Australia and Adelaide, SA, Australia?

Firefly Express operates a bus from Deer Park to Adelaide once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 9h 45m. Alternatively, Journey Beyond - The Overland operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Adelaide Station twice a week. Tickets cost $140–380 and the journey takes 10h 25m.

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