What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Runaway Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Runaway Bay is to fly and tram and line 719 bus which costs $120 - $330 and takes 5h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Runaway Bay?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Runaway Bay is to fly and tram and line 719 bus which takes 5h 29m and costs $120 - $330.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Runaway Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Runaway Bay. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and arriving at Runaway Bay Centre via Central Station and Scarborough St at Southport Transit Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 59m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Runaway Bay?

The distance between Melbourne and Runaway Bay is 1389 km. The road distance is 1677.8 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Runaway Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Runaway Bay without a car is to train which takes 28h 41m and costs $130 - $500.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Runaway Bay?

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Runaway Bay bus from?

Melbourne to Runaway Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Train or bus from Melbourne to Runaway Bay?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Runaway Bay is to train which takes 28h 41m and costs $130 - $500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $200 - $480 and takes 28h 59m.

Where does the Melbourne to Runaway Bay bus arrive?

Melbourne to Runaway Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Runaway Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Runaway Bay is 1678 km. It takes approximately 17h 56m to drive from Melbourne to Runaway Bay.

Where can I stay near Runaway Bay?

There are 2283+ hotels available in Runaway Bay.

Melbourne to Runaway Bay - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and tram

There are 8 ways to get from Melbourne to Runaway Bay by plane, tram, bus, train, bus (Greyhound), 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 Melbourne Airport to Gold Coast Airport, tram, line 719 bus
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane MEL - OOL
2. Take the tram from Broadbeach South station to Gold Coast University Hospital station, platform 1tram
3. Take the bus from GCUH, platform 3 to Runaway Bay Centrebus
5h 29m
$126–321
Train to Avalon Airport, fly to Gold Coast Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Lara Stationtrain
2. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)plane AVV - OOL
6h 57m
$117–620
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 624 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Stationtrain 31
3. Take the train from Roma Street to Hope Island station, platform 1train
28h 41m
$139–495
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Central Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Southportbus Brisbane
28h 59m
$208–472
Drive 1,677.8 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Runaway Baycar 1,677.8 km
17h 56m
$299–431
Fly Melbourne Airport to Brisbane Airport, train
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane MEL - BNE
2. Take the train from International Airport Station to Hope Island station, platform 1train
6h 28m
$169–357
Train to Avalon Airport, fly to Brisbane Airport, train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Lara Stationtrain
2. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)plane AVV - BNE
3. Take the train from International Airport Station to Hope Island station, platform 1train
7h 56m
$145–456
Bus via Cabramatta
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Liverpoolbus Sydney
2. Take the bus from Chatswood to Southportbus Pm12
30h 38m
$214–272

Melbourne to Runaway Bay by train and bus

14Weekly Services

28h 41mAverage Duration

$139Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Melbourne to Runaway Bay.

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Distance: 1,389.1 km
Duration: 5h 29m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Runaway Bay, QLD, Australia?

You can take a train from Southern Cross to Runaway Bay Centre via Central Station, Roma Street Station, Roma Street, Hope Island station, platform 1, and Hope Island station, stop B in around 28h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Runaway Bay Centre via Central Station, Southport, and Scarborough St at Southport Transit Centre in around 28h 59m.

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