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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Adelaide is to bus which costs $10 - $100 and takes 10h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Adelaide is to fly which takes 3h 14m and costs $130 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Adelaide?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Adelaide. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Adelaide?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southern Cross Station station and arriving at Adelaide Station station. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 10h 25m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Adelaide?

The distance between Melbourne and Adelaide is 669 km. The road distance is 720.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Adelaide without a car is to bus which takes 10h 15m and costs $10 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Melbourne to Adelaide, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Adelaide bus from?

Melbourne to Adelaide bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Adelaide train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne to Adelaide?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Adelaide is to fly which takes 3h 14m and costs $130 - $390. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $10 - $100 and takes 10h 15m, you could also train, which costs $140 - $380 and takes 10h 25m.

Where does the Melbourne to Adelaide bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Adelaide?

Adelaide is 30 min behind Melbourne. It is currently 6:03 PM in Melbourne and 5:33 PM in Adelaide.

Where does the Melbourne to Adelaide train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Adelaide?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Adelaide is 721 km. It takes approximately 8h 5m to drive from Melbourne to Adelaide.

Where can I stay near Adelaide?

There are 1478+ hotels available in Adelaide.

Melbourne to Adelaide - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Melbourne to Adelaide by plane, bus, train, 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.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)MEL - ADL
3h 14m
$133–383
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to AdelaideAdelaide
10h 15m
$10–100
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Adelaide StationThe Overland
10h 25m
$140–380
Drive 720.8 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Adelaide720.8 km
8h 5m
$137–197

Melbourne to Adelaide by bus

15Weekly Buses

10h 15mAverage Duration

$10Cheapest Price

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Distance: 669.5 km
Duration: 3h 14m

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

Jetstar, Qantas, and two other airlines fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL) hourly. Alternatively, Firefly Express operates a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Adelaide twice daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 10h 15m. V-Line Buses also services this route once a week.

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