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

The cheapest way to get from Tonsley to Melbourne is to bus and train which costs $20 - $65 and takes 13h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tonsley to Melbourne is to train and fly which takes 3h 55m and costs $130 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Tonsley and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Tonsley to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Stop 23 South Rd - West side and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Adelaide. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 17m.

How far is it from Tonsley to Melbourne?

The distance between Tonsley and Melbourne is 683 km. The road distance is 723.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Tonsley to Melbourne without a car is to bus which takes 11h 17m and costs $99 - $104.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Tonsley to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tonsley to Melbourne bus from?

Tonsley to Melbourne bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Adelaide station.

Train or bus from Tonsley to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Tonsley to Melbourne is to bus which takes 11h 17m and costs $99 - $104. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 12h 3m.

Where does the Tonsley to Melbourne bus arrive?

Tonsley to Melbourne bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

What is the time difference between Tonsley and Melbourne?

Melbourne is 30 min ahead of Tonsley. It is currently 7:14 PM in Tonsley and 7:44 PM in Melbourne.

Can I drive from Tonsley to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Tonsley to Melbourne is 723 km. It takes approximately 8h 12m to drive from Tonsley to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5018+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Tonsley to Melbourne by train, plane, 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.

Train, fly
best
1. Take the train from Tonsley station to Adelaide station
2. Fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)ADL - MEL
3h 55m
$138–398
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 85 Franklin St to Bendigo Station/Railway PlCoach
2. Take the train from Bendigo Station to Southern Cross StationBendigo
13h 46m
$21–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Adelaide to Southern Cross Coach TerminalMelbourne
11h 17m
$100–104
Train
1. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Southern Cross StationThe Overland
12h 3m
Drive 723.1 km
1. Drive from Tonsley to Melbourne723.1 km
8h 12m
$143–206

Tonsley to Melbourne by bus

14Weekly Buses

11h 17mAverage Duration

$100Cheapest Price

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Distance: 682.7 km
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Tonsley, SA, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

Firefly Express operates a bus from Adelaide to Southern Cross Coach Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 9h 50m. Alternatively, Journey Beyond - The Overland operates a train from Adelaide Station to Southern Cross Station twice a week, and the journey takes 10h 35m.

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