What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Perth (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Perth (Station) is to fly which costs $250 - $700 and takes 6h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Perth (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Perth (Station) is to fly which takes 6h 3m and costs $250 - $700.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Perth (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne station to Perth (Station). However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Station and arriving at Perth via Adelaide Parklands. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 6h.

How far is it from Melbourne to Perth (Station)?

The distance between Melbourne and Perth (Station) is 2735 km. The road distance is 3305.7 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Perth (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Perth (Station) without a car is to train which takes 3 days 6h and costs $700 - $8,500.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Perth (Station)?

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Melbourne to Perth (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Perth (Station) train from?

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

Train or fly from Melbourne to Perth (Station)?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Perth (Station) is to fly which takes 6h 3m and costs $250 - $700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $700 - $8,500 and takes 3 days 6h.

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Perth (Station)?

Perth (Station) is 3h behind Melbourne. It is currently 12:40 AM in Melbourne and 9:40 PM in Perth (Station).

Where does the Melbourne to Perth (Station) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Perth (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Perth (Station) is 3306 km. It takes approximately 35h 26m to drive from Melbourne to Perth (Station).

Where can I stay near Perth (Station)?

There are 1496+ hotels available in Perth (Station).

Melbourne to Perth (Station) - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne to Perth (Station) by plane, train, 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
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Perth Airport (PER)plane MEL - PER
6h 3m
$252–674
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Adelaide Stationtrain The Overland
2. Take the train from Adelaide Parklands to Perthtrain Adl-Per 2026
3d 6h
$743–8,374
Drive 3,305.7 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Perth (Station)car 3,305.7 km
35h 26m
$614–887
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Adelaidebus Adelaide
2. Take the train from Adelaide Parklands to Perthtrain Adl-Per 2026
3d 6h
$700–8,104
Bus, train via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to 85 Franklin Stbus Coach
2. Take the train from Adelaide Parklands to Perthtrain Adl-Per 2026
3d 8h
$616–8,063

Melbourne to Perth (Station) by train

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3d 6hAverage Duration

$743Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,734.7 km
Duration: 6h 3m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Perth (Station), WA, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Perth Airport (PER) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Southern Cross Station to Perth via Adelaide Station and Adelaide Parklands in around 3d 6h.

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