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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Parafield is to bus via Stop U2 Victoria Sq - North West side which costs $16 - $65 and takes 12h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Parafield is to fly and train which takes 4h 12m and costs $130 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Parafield?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Parafield. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Stop 39 Kesters Rd - North East side via Stop W2 King William St - West side. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 18m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Parafield?

The distance between Melbourne and Parafield is 687 km. The road distance is 734.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Parafield without a car is to bus which takes 11h 18m and costs $100 - $104.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Melbourne to Parafield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Parafield bus from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne to Parafield?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Parafield is to bus which takes 11h 18m and costs $100 - $104. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 11h 30m.

Where does the Melbourne to Parafield bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Parafield?

Parafield is 30 min behind Melbourne. It is currently 8:08 PM in Melbourne and 7:38 PM in Parafield.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Parafield?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Parafield is 735 km. It takes approximately 8h 20m to drive from Melbourne to Parafield.

Where can I stay near Parafield?

There are 1444+ hotels available in Parafield.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne to Parafield by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)MEL - ADL
2. Take the train from Adelaide station to Parafield Gardens station
4h 12m
$138–388
Bus via Stop U2 Victoria Sq - North West side
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to 85 Franklin StCoach
12h 53m
$16–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to AdelaideAdelaide
11h 18m
$100–104
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Adelaide StationThe Overland
11h 30m
Drive 734.9 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Parafield734.9 km
8h 20m
$144–207

Melbourne to Parafield by bus and foot

14Weekly Services

11h 18mAverage Duration

$100Cheapest Price

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Distance: 687.2 km
Duration: 4h 12m

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

Firefly Express operates a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Adelaide twice daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 10h 15m. Alternatively, Journey Beyond - The Overland operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Adelaide Station twice a week, and the journey takes 10h 25m.

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