Melbourne (MEL) to Sydney Airport Australia (SYD)

Melbourne (MEL) to Sydney Airport Australia (SYD)

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Melbourne to Sydney Airport Australia Schedule

Melbourne to Sydney Airport Australia Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Regional Express Economy #ZL1807:30 - 09:00AUD 281.84
Virgin Australia Airlines Economy #VA82909:30 - 10:55$ 62.51
Jetstar Airways Economy #JQ51210:35 - 12:00$ 64.77
Virgin Australia Airlines Economy #VA84513:00 - 14:25$ 108.69
Virgin Australia Airlines Economy #VA85515:30 - 16:55$ 150.57
Qantas Airways Economy #QF47617:45 - 19:10AUD 407.20
Qantas Airways Economy #QF49019:30 - 20:55$ 256.45
Jetstar Airways Economy #JQ53420:15 - 21:40$ 93.63

Transportation from Melbourne to Sydney Airport Australia

Facts about the transport from Melbourne to Sydney Airport Australia

Cheapest Transport$61
Fastest Transport1h 20m
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure9:00 PM
Departures per day75
Distance886 kilometers
Transport CompaniesFirefly Express, Jetstar Airways, Qantas Airways, Regional Express, Virgin Australia Airlines

Melbourne to Sydney Airport Australia 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 Airport Australia

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

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 305.31 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a flight which will set you back mere USD 152.66.

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

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

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Melbourne and Sydney Airport Australia. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 20m. Train does a much slower job and take about 11h 17m to reach Sydney Airport Australia.

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

Travelling between Melbourne and Sydney Airport Australia can be as cheap as USD 152.66 if you opt for a Jetstar Airways flight and as expensive as USD 305.31 if you buy a Virgin Australia Airlines 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 Airport Australia ?

  • 75 from Melbourne to Sydney starting from 06:00 Melbourne Airport Australia until 21:00 Melbourne Airport Australia

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

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 152.52.

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

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 Sydney Airport Australia?

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

  • 81% took a train
  • 18% opted for a bus
  • 1% Other