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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Strathfield is to bus via Liverpool Station, Stand G which costs $95 - $105 and takes 11h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Strathfield is to fly and train which takes 3h 39m and costs $150 - $450.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Strathfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Strathfield. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Liverpool Rd Before Fitzgerald Cres via Liverpool Station, Stand G. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Strathfield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southern Cross and arriving at Strathfield Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 10h 56m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Strathfield?

The distance between Melbourne and Strathfield is 748 km. The road distance is 843.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Strathfield without a car is to train which takes 10h 56m and costs $65 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Melbourne to Strathfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Strathfield bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Strathfield train from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne to Strathfield?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Strathfield is to train which takes 10h 56m and costs $65 - $250. Alternatively, you can bus via Liverpool Station, Stand G, which costs $95 - $105 and takes 11h 26m.

Where does the Melbourne to Strathfield bus arrive?

Melbourne to Strathfield bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Liverpool station.

Where does the Melbourne to Strathfield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Strathfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Strathfield is 844 km. It takes approximately 8h 47m to drive from Melbourne to Strathfield.

Where can I stay near Strathfield?

There are 4569+ hotels available in Strathfield.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Melbourne to Strathfield by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Melbourne Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)MEL - SYD
2. Take the train from Central Station to Strathfield Station
3h 39m
$151–442
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Strathfield Station622 / ...
10h 56m
$65–250
Bus via Liverpool Station, Stand G
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to LiverpoolSydney
11h 26m
$99–105
Drive 843.9 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Strathfield843.9 km
8h 47m
$165–238
Bus to Avalon Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Skybus Coach Terminal to Avalon Airport/Outside Terminal
2. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)AVV - SYD
4h 20m
$131–532
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Central Station
12h 10m

Melbourne to Strathfield by train

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Distance: 748.4 km
Duration: 3h 39m

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

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Southern Cross to Strathfield Station once daily. Tickets cost $65–250 and the journey takes 10h 56m. Alternatively, Firefly Express operates a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Liverpool once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 10h 15m.

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