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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Mallala is to bus via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St which costs $40 - $95 and takes 13h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Mallala is to fly and bus which takes 5h 29m and costs $150 - $420.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Mallala?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Mallala. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Mallala via Adelaide Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 16m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Mallala?

The distance between Melbourne and Mallala is 729 km. The road distance is 765.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Mallala without a car is to bus which takes 12h 16m and costs $125 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Melbourne to Mallala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Mallala bus from?

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

Where does the Melbourne to Mallala bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Mallala?

Mallala is 30 min behind Melbourne. It is currently 4:36 AM in Melbourne and 4:06 AM in Mallala.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Mallala?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Mallala is 765 km. It takes approximately 8h 57m to drive from Melbourne to Mallala.

Where can I stay near Mallala?

There are 57+ hotels available in Mallala.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne to Mallala 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, bus
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)plane MEL - ADL
2. Take the bus from Adelaide Central Bus Station to Mallalabus
5h 29m
$155–420
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 Central Bus Station to Mallalabus Adelaide
13h 51m
$43–95
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Adelaidebus Adelaide
2. Take the bus from Adelaide Central Bus Station to Mallalabus Adelaide
12h 16m
$127–136
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Adelaide Stationtrain The Overland
2. Take the bus from Adelaide Central Bus Station to Mallalabus Adelaide
12h 45m
$180–416
Drive 765.4 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Mallalacar 765.4 km
8h 57m
$146–210

Melbourne to Mallala by bus

4Weekly Buses

12h 16mAverage Duration

$127Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Melbourne to Mallala.

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Distance: 728.7 km
Duration: 5h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Mallala via Adelaide and Adelaide Central Bus Station in around 12h 16m.

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