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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Gillen is to bus via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St which costs $230 - $600 and takes 33h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Gillen is to fly which takes 4h 36m and costs $400 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Gillen?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Gillen. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Alice Springs via Adelaide. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Gillen?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne station to Gillen. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Station and arriving at Alice Springs via Adelaide Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 55m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Gillen?

The distance between Melbourne and Gillen is 1894 km. The road distance is 2237.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Gillen without a car is to bus which takes 31h 45m and costs $310 - $600.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Melbourne to Gillen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Gillen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Gillen train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne to Gillen?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Gillen is to fly which takes 4h 36m and costs $400 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $310 - $600 and takes 31h 45m, you could also train, which costs $2,100 - $2,400 and takes 37h 55m.

Where does the Melbourne to Gillen bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Gillen?

Gillen is 1h 30m behind Melbourne. It is currently 8:16 AM in Melbourne and 6:46 AM in Gillen.

Where does the Melbourne to Gillen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Gillen?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Gillen is 2237 km. It takes approximately 23h 46m to drive from Melbourne to Gillen.

Where can I stay near Gillen?

There are 24+ hotels available in Gillen.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne to Gillen by plane, bus (Greyhound), 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 Alice Springs Airport (ASP)plane MEL - ASP
4h 36m
$408–968
Bus via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to 85 Franklin Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Adelaide to Alice Springsbus Alice Springs
33h 20m
$231–560
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Adelaidebus Adelaide
2. Take the bus from Adelaide to Alice Springsbus Alice Springs
31h 45m
$315–599
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Adelaide Stationtrain The Overland
2. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Alice Springstrain The Ghan
37h 55m
$2,131–2,362
Drive 2,237.1 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Gillencar 2,237.1 km
23h 46m
$404–583

Melbourne to Gillen by bus

6Weekly Buses

31h 45mAverage Duration

$315Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Melbourne to Gillen.

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Distance: 1,893.6 km
Duration: 4h 36m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Gillen, NT, Australia?

Qantas and Virgin Australia fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Alice Springs Airport (ASP) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Alice Springs via Adelaide in around 31h 45m.

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