What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney Opera House to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney Opera House to Melbourne is to train which costs $65 - $260 and takes 12h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney Opera House to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Sydney Opera House to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 36m and costs $130 - $430.

Is there a direct train between Sydney Opera House and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney Opera House station to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Circular Quay Station and arriving at Southern Cross via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 9m.

How far is it from Sydney Opera House to Melbourne?

The distance between Sydney Opera House and Melbourne is 737 km. The road distance is 859 km.

How do I travel from Sydney Opera House to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney Opera House to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 12h 9m and costs $65 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Sydney Opera House to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Sydney Opera House to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney Opera House to Melbourne train from?

Sydney Opera House to Melbourne train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Sydney Opera House to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Sydney Opera House to Melbourne is to fly which takes 3h 36m and costs $130 - $430. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $260 and takes 12h 9m, you could also bus, which costs $95 - $290 and takes 12h 33m.

Where does the Sydney Opera House to Melbourne train arrive?

Sydney Opera House to Melbourne train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Sydney Opera House to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney Opera House to Melbourne is 859 km. It takes approximately 9h 3m to drive from Sydney Opera House to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5374+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Sydney Opera House to Melbourne - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Sydney Opera House to Melbourne by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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

Fly to Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane SYD - MEL
3h 36m
$136–430
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
12h 9m
$68–257
Bus
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
12h 33m
$98–285
Drive 859 km
1. Drive from Sydney Opera House to Melbournecar 859 km
9h 3m
$156–224
Fly to Avalon Airport, bus
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane SYD - AVV
2. Take the bus from Avalon Airport/Outside Terminal to Skybus Coach Terminalbus
5h 10m
$131–590
Bus via Circular Quay Station
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
12h 39m

Sydney Opera House to Melbourne by foot and train

28Weekly Services

12h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 737.4 km
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Sydney Opera House, NSW, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) every 20 minutes. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Central Station to Southern Cross 4 times a day. Tickets cost $65–250 and the journey takes 10h 50m.

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