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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Killara is to train which costs $65 - $250 and takes 11h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Killara is to fly and train which takes 3h 43m and costs $150 - $460.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Killara?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne to Killara station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross and arriving at Killara Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 35m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Killara?

The distance between Melbourne and Killara is 749 km. The road distance is 861.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Killara without a car is to train which takes 11h 35m and costs $65 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Melbourne to Killara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Killara train from?

Melbourne to Killara train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Southern Cross station.

Train or bus from Melbourne to Killara?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Killara is to train which takes 11h 35m and costs $65 - $250. Alternatively, you can bus via Chatswood Station, which costs $100 - $300 and takes 11h 35m.

Where does the Melbourne to Killara train arrive?

Melbourne to Killara train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Killara?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Killara is 861 km. It takes approximately 9h 9m to drive from Melbourne to Killara.

Where can I stay near Killara?

There are 4725+ hotels available in Killara.

Melbourne to Killara - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Melbourne to Killara by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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

Fly from Melbourne Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MEL - SYD
2. Take the train from Central Station to Killara Stationtrain
3h 43m
$159–457
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Central Stationbus
11h 53m
$62–205
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
11h 35m
$70–249
Bus via Chatswood Station
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central Stationbus Sydney
11h 35m
$101–295
Drive 861.2 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Killaracar 861.2 km
9h 9m
$156–226
Bus to Avalon Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Skybus Coach Terminal to Avalon Airport/Outside Terminalbus
2. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane AVV - SYD
4h 24m
$144–607

Melbourne to Killara by train

27Weekly Trains

11h 35mAverage Duration

$70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 749.5 km
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Killara, NSW, Australia?

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Southern Cross to Central Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $65–250 and the journey takes 11h 2m. Alternatively, Firefly Express operates a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central Station once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 11h 10m. Greyhound Australia also services this route once daily.

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