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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Capalaba is to fly and train which costs $120 - $420 and takes 7h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Capalaba is to fly and line 270 bus which takes 6h 24m and costs $150 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Capalaba?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Capalaba. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and arriving at Ney Rd at Coolnwynpin Primary School via Central Station, King George Square, 2a and Griffith University station, platform 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 11m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Capalaba?

The distance between Melbourne and Capalaba is 1430 km. The road distance is 1651.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Capalaba without a car is to train which takes 28h 3m and costs $130 - $500.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Melbourne to Capalaba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Capalaba bus from?

Melbourne to Capalaba bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Train or bus from Melbourne to Capalaba?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Capalaba is to train which takes 28h 3m and costs $130 - $500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 28h 11m.

Where does the Melbourne to Capalaba bus arrive?

Melbourne to Capalaba bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Capalaba?

Capalaba is 1h behind Melbourne. It is currently 6:22 AM in Melbourne and 5:22 AM in Capalaba.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Capalaba?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Capalaba is 1651 km. It takes approximately 18h 38m to drive from Melbourne to Capalaba.

Where can I stay near Capalaba?

There are 2305+ hotels available in Capalaba.

Melbourne to Capalaba - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, line 270 bus

There are 9 ways to get from Melbourne to Capalaba by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound), 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 Melbourne Airport to Brisbane Airport, line 270 bus
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane MEL - BNE
2. Take the bus from Carindale Shopping Centre station, platform J to Redland Bay Rd at Ney Roadbus
6h 24m
$150–310
Fly Melbourne Airport to Gold Coast Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane MEL - OOL
2. Take the train from Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 to Altandi station, platform 2train
7h 37m
$122–412
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
28h 3m
$139–495
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Central Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus Brisbane
28h 11m
Drive 1,651.3 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Capalabacar 1,651.3 km
18h 38m
$314–453
Bus to Avalon Airport, fly to Brisbane Airport
1. Take the bus from Skybus Coach Terminal to Avalon Airport/Outside Terminalbus
2. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane AVV - BNE
7h 15m
$170–440
Bus to Avalon Airport, fly to Gold Coast Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Skybus Coach Terminal to Avalon Airport/Outside Terminalbus
2. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane AVV - OOL
3. Take the train from Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 to Altandi station, platform 2train
8h 18m
$162–472
Fly Melbourne Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport, train
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)plane MEL - MCY
2. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Northgate station, platform 3train
8h 23m
$251–551
Bus via Campbellfield
1. Take the bus from Campbellfield to Central Stationbus Sydney
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Brisbanebus Pm12
33h 45m
$228–292

Melbourne to Capalaba by train and bus

13Weekly Services

28h 3mAverage Duration

$139Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Melbourne to Capalaba.

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Distance: 1,430.3 km
Duration: 6h 24m

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

You can take a train from Southern Cross to Ney Rd at Coolnwynpin Primary School via Central Station, Roma Street Station, Roma Street busway, platform 2, and Griffith University station, platform 2 in around 28h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Ney Rd at Coolnwynpin Primary School via Central Station, King George Square, 2a, and Griffith University station, platform 2 in around 28h 11m.

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