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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Riverstone is to bus which costs $100 - $120 and takes 12h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Riverstone is to fly and train which takes 4h 17m and costs $150 - $470.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Riverstone?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne to Riverstone station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross and arriving at Riverstone Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 10m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Riverstone?

The distance between Melbourne and Riverstone is 779 km. The road distance is 854.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Riverstone without a car is to bus which takes 12h 3m and costs $100 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Melbourne to Riverstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Riverstone train from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne to Riverstone?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Riverstone is to bus which takes 12h 3m and costs $100 - $120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $260 and takes 12h 10m.

Where does the Melbourne to Riverstone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Riverstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Riverstone is 855 km. It takes approximately 8h 58m to drive from Melbourne to Riverstone.

Where can I stay near Riverstone?

There are 564+ hotels available in Riverstone.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Melbourne to Riverstone by plane, train, bus, 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 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 Riverstone Stationtrain
4h 17m
$151–470
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Riverstone Stationtrain T1
12h 10m
$72–252
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Liverpoolbus Sydney
12h 3m
$105–116
Drive 854.7 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Riverstonecar 854.7 km
8h 58m
$162–234
Bus to Avalon Airport, fly, train
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
3. Take the train from Central Station to Riverstone Stationtrain
4h 58m
$141–600
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Central Stationbus
2. Take the train from Central Station to Riverstone Stationtrain T1
12h 28m

Melbourne to Riverstone by bus and train

7Weekly Services

12h 3mAverage Duration

$105Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Melbourne to Riverstone.

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Distance: 779.4 km
Duration: 4h 17m

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

Firefly Express operates a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Liverpool once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 10h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Southern Cross to Riverstone Station via Central Station in around 12h 10m.

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