Melbourne to Sydney

Melbourne to Sydney

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Melbourne to Sydney Schedule

Melbourne to Sydney Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Qantas Airways Economy #QF40405:45 - 07:10AUD 301.76
Qantas Airways Economy #QF41407:40 - 09:05€ 355.98
Virgin Australia Airlines Economy #VA81908:00 - 09:25AUD 302.82
Qantas Airways Economy #QF43611:00 - 12:25AUD 457.81
Qantas Airways Economy #QF44212:30 - 13:55AUD 722.03
Qantas Airways Economy #QF46015:45 - 17:10AUD 549.67
Regional Express Economy #ZL15217:00 - 18:30$ 112.24
Qantas Airways Economy #QF48618:55 - 20:20€ 232.05
Regional Express Economy #ZL18220:00 - 22:30€ 197.40
Greyhound Australia AC Seater 22:00 - 10:00AUD 155

Transportation from Melbourne to Sydney

Facts about the transport from Melbourne to Sydney

Cheapest Transport$53
Fastest Transport1h 25m
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure10:00 PM
Departures per day51
Distance886 kilometers
Transport CompaniesGreyhound Australia, Jetstar Airways, NSW TrainLink, Qantas Airways, Regional Express, Virgin Australia Airlines

Melbourne to Sydney Destination Reviews

CH
Seats could be more comfortable to lean on the head & the ac was really loud.
Train #622 Economy Class, NSW TrainLink, Nov 12, 2022
JW
There’s no WiFi or outlets on a train for 12 hours. Those two things would make the trip a lot more com
Train #622 Economy Class, NSW TrainLink, Oct 11, 2022
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How to get from Melbourne to Sydney

Travelling between Melbourne and Sydney is possible by Flight, bus and train. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 196.50 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 52.54.

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

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 12 hours to travel between Melbourne and Sydney depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Melbourne and Sydney. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 25m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 12h to reach Sydney.

How much does it cost to get from Melbourne to Sydney?

Travelling between Melbourne and Sydney can be as cheap as USD 52.54 if you opt for a NSW TrainLink train and as expensive as USD 196.50 if you buy a Qantas Airways flight 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 Sydney ?

  • 42 from Melbourne to Sydney starting from 06:00 Melbourne Airport Australia until 21:00 Melbourne Airport Australia
  • 8 from Melbourne to Sydney starting from 08:30 Melbourne Southern Cross until 19:50 Melbourne Southern Cross
  • 1 from Melbourne to Sydney starting from 22:00 Melbourne until 22:00 Melbourne

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Melbourne to Sydney.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Melbourne to Sydney, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 114.06.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Melbourne and Sydney

Jetstar Airways, Qantas Airways, Regional Express, Virgin Australia Airlines

Bus

Travelling from Melbourne to Sydney 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 Sydney

Greyhound Australia

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 Sydney?

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

  • 94% took a train
  • 4% decided to fly
  • 2% opted for a bus