Facts about the transport from Melbourne to Goulburn
| Cheapest Transport | $69 |
| Fastest Transport | 8h 23m |
| Earliest Departure | 8:30 AM |
| Latest Departure | 7:50 PM |
| Departures per day | 1 |
| Distance | 419 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Firefly Express, NSW TrainLink |
Melbourne to Goulburn
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Melbourne to Goulburn Schedule
| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus | NSW TrainLinkBus | Economy | 06:35 | 18:10 | $56.88 | |
Bus | NSW TrainLinkBus | Economy Saver | 06:35 | 18:10 | $47.90 | |
Bus | NSW TrainLinkBus | Economy | 07:05 | 17:55 | $56.88 | |
Bus | NSW TrainLinkBus | Economy Saver | 07:05 | 17:55 | $47.90 | |
Bus | NSW TrainLinkBus | Economy | 07:30 | 16:40 | $56.88 | |
Bus | NSW TrainLinkBus | Economy Saver | 07:30 | 16:40 | $47.90 | |
Bus | NSW TrainLinkBus | Economy | 07:50 | 17:25 | $56.88 | |
Bus | NSW TrainLinkBus | Economy Saver | 07:50 | 17:25 | $47.90 | |
Train | NSW TrainLink | Economy Class | 08:30 | 17:14 | $56.90 | |
Train | NSW TrainLink | First Class | 08:30 | 17:14 | $80.14 | |
Bus | NSW TrainLinkBus | Economy | 17:35 | 05:00 | $56.88 | |
Bus | NSW TrainLinkBus | Economy Saver | 17:35 | 05:00 | $47.90 | |
Bus | NSW TrainLinkBus | Economy | 18:05 | 04:45 | $56.88 | |
Bus | NSW TrainLinkBus | Economy Saver | 18:05 | 04:45 | $47.90 | |
Bus | Firefly Express | Express | 19:00 | 03:25 | $69.11 | |
Bus | Firefly Express | Express | 19:25 | 03:25 | $69.11 | |
Train | NSW TrainLink | Economy Class | 19:50 | 04:13 | $56.90 | |
Train | NSW TrainLink | First Class | 19:50 | 04:13 | $80.14 |
How to get from Melbourne to Goulburn
Travelling between Melbourne and Goulburn is possible by Bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 72.95 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 72.95.
How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Goulburn?
It can take you anywhere between 9 and 9 hours to travel between Melbourne and Goulburn depending on the means of transport you choose.
Train is the fastest way to travel between Melbourne and Goulburn. Train will bring you to your destination in 8h 23m. Train does a much slower job and take about 8h 44m to reach Goulburn.
How much does it cost to get from Melbourne to Goulburn?
Travelling between Melbourne and Goulburn can be as cheap as USD 72.95 if you opt for a Firefly Express bus and as expensive as USD 72.95 if you buy a Firefly Express Bus ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between Melbourne and Goulburn ?
- 1 from Melbourne to Goulburn starting from 19:00 Melbourne until 19:00 Melbourne
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Melbourne to Goulburn.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Melbourne to Goulburn overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Melbourne and Goulburn
Firefly Express
Train
Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.
What is the most popular transport to get from Melbourne to Goulburn?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 100% took a train
Transportation from Melbourne to Goulburn
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Trains$ 68.41
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Buses$ 73.30
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available