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

The cheapest way to get from Nelson Bay to Melbourne is to bus and train via Newcastle which costs $75 - $270 and takes 16h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nelson Bay to Melbourne is to bus and fly which takes 4h 13m and costs $110 - $430.

Is there a direct bus between Nelson Bay and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Nelson Bay to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Donald St At Stockton St and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St via Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont St, Newcastle and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 49m.

How far is it from Nelson Bay to Melbourne?

The distance between Nelson Bay and Melbourne is 897 km. The road distance is 1042.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Nelson Bay to Melbourne without a car is to bus and train via Newcastle which takes 16h 28m and costs $75 - $270.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Nelson Bay to Melbourne, including transfers.

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

Nelson Bay to Melbourne bus services, operated by Port Stephens Coaches, depart from Donald St At Stockton St station.

Where does the Nelson Bay to Melbourne bus arrive?

Nelson Bay to Melbourne bus services, operated by Port Stephens Coaches, arrive at Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont St station.

Can I drive from Nelson Bay to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelson Bay to Melbourne is 1042 km. It takes approximately 11h 14m to drive from Nelson Bay to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5345+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Nelson Bay to Melbourne - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Nelson Bay to Melbourne by bus, plane, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus to Newcastle Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Newcastle Airport, Williamtown Drbus
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane NTL - MEL
4h 13m
$117–423
Bus, train via Newcastle
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont Stbus 130 / ...
2. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Central Stationtrain Ccn
3. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
16h 28m
$79–268
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Newcastle Interchange, Stand Bbus 130 / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Central Stationtrain Ccn
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus
16h 58m
$109–309
Drive 1,042.5 km
1. Drive from Nelson Bay to Melbournecar 1,042.5 km
11h 14m
$188–271
Bus, train to Sydney International Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport
1. Take the bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont Stbus
2. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Central Stationtrain
3. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane SYD - MEL
7h 58m
$170–469
Bus to Newcastle Airport, fly to Avalon Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Newcastle Airport, Williamtown Drbus
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane NTL - AVV
3. Take the bus from Avalon Airport/Outside Terminal to Skybus Coach Terminalbus
7h 33m
$172–683
Bus
1. Take the bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont Stbus 130 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle to Central Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
17h 49m
$91–280

Nelson Bay to Melbourne by bus and train

27Weekly Services

16h 28mAverage Duration

$79Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 896.7 km
Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Donald St At Stockton St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St via Maitland Rd Opp Beaumont St, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 17h 49m.

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