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

The cheapest way to get from Perth to Melbourne is to fly which costs $280 - $800 and takes 5h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Perth to Melbourne is to fly which takes 5h 23m and costs $280 - $800.

Is there a direct train between Perth and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Perth to Melbourne station. However, there are services departing from Perth and arriving at Southern Cross Station via Adelaide Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 8h.

How far is it from Perth to Melbourne?

The distance between Perth and Melbourne is 2735 km. The road distance is 3305.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Perth to Melbourne without a car is to train and bus which takes 2 days 7h and costs $700 - $8,000.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Perth to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Perth to Melbourne train from?

Perth to Melbourne train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific, depart from Perth station.

Train or fly from Perth to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Perth to Melbourne is to fly which takes 5h 23m and costs $280 - $800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $700 - $8,500 and takes 2 days 8h.

What is the time difference between Perth and Melbourne?

Melbourne is 3h ahead of Perth. It is currently 11:57 AM in Perth and 2:57 PM in Melbourne.

Where does the Perth to Melbourne train arrive?

Perth to Melbourne train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific, arrive at Adelaide Parklands station.

Can I drive from Perth to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth to Melbourne is 3305 km. It takes approximately 35h 5m to drive from Perth to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5257+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Perth to Melbourne 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
best
1. Fly from Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)PER - MEL
5h 23m
$282–773
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Perth to Adelaide ParklandsPer-Adl 2025
2. Take the bus from Adelaide to Southern Cross Coach TerminalMelbourne
2d 7h
$698–7,894
Drive 3,305.2 km
1. Drive from Perth to Melbourne3,305.2 km
35h 5m
$627–905
Train
1. Take the train from Perth to Adelaide ParklandsPer-Adl 2025
2. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Southern Cross StationThe Overland
2d 8h
$738–8,170
Train, bus via Bendigo
1. Take the train from Perth to Adelaide Parklands
2. Take the bus from 85 Franklin St to Bendigo Station/Railway Pl
3. Take the train from Bendigo Station to Southern Cross Station
2d 10h
$619–7,855

Perth to Melbourne by train, foot, and bus

1Weekly Services

2d 7hAverage Duration

$698Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,734.9 km
Duration: 5h 23m

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

Virgin Australia, Jetstar, and Qantas fly from Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Perth to Southern Cross Station via Adelaide Parklands and Adelaide Station in around 2d 8h.

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