Adelaide to Melbourne

Adelaide to Melbourne

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Adelaide to Melbourne Destination Reviews

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Xuemei F
Comfortable seats, much more space, and clean toilet
Adelaide to Melbourne, Bus Express, Firefly Express, Mar 31, 2026
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Aleks K
Chris was an excellent bus driver. he deserves a raise
Adelaide to Melbourne, Bus Express, Firefly Express, Mar 24, 2026
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Francois V
The bus broke and needed to take the train
Adelaide to Melbourne, Bus Express, Firefly Express, Dec 7, 2025
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Lynette
I did not get a cancellation notification until later in the morning. I had arrived at airport very early for an 7.15 flight only to find it had been cancelled. Timing of notification very poor
Adelaide to Melbourne, flight Economy, Jetstar Airways, Sep 19, 2025
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上田久志
Very comfortable and easy to use.
Adelaide to Melbourne, flight Economy, Jetstar Airways, May 13, 2025
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Debbie
Bus driver was helpful, the bus seat was comfortable and I liked the amount of stops we had.
Adelaide to Melbourne, Bus Express, Firefly Express, May 1, 2025
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Adelaide to Melbourne Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Flight
Qantas Airways
Economy
06:00
07:20
$756.42
Flight
Jetstar Airways
Economy
06:25
07:05
$3,041.42
  5.0
Train
The Overland
Red Standard - Red Everyday
06:55
18:50
$122.53
  5.0
Flight
Virgin Australia
Economy
07:15
08:35
$180.10
Flight
Virgin Australia
Economy
07:40
09:00
$83.86
Flight
Qantas Airways
Economy
08:00
09:20
$131.14
Flight
Virgin Australia
Economy
08:30
09:50
$194.73
Flight
Jetstar Airways
Economy
08:50
10:10
$69.23
Flight
Jetstar Airways
Economy
09:15
17:15
$267.18
  5.0
Flight
Qantas Airways
Economy
09:35
10:55
$116.50
Flight
Virgin Australia
Economy
10:00
11:20
$218.37
Flight
Qantas Airways
Economy
10:30
11:50
$116.50
Flight
Virgin Australia
Economy
10:50
16:50
$892.54
Flight
Jetstar Airways
Economy
11:25
12:45
$129.45
Flight
Virgin Australia
Economy
11:45
16:45
$121.28
Flight
Virgin Australia
Economy
12:10
13:30
$278.03
Flight
Jetstar Airways
Economy
12:35
19:40
$171.90
  5.0
Flight
Qantas Airways
Economy
12:55
17:20
$311.38
Flight
Virgin Australia
Economy
13:25
14:45
$88.92
Flight
Virgin Australia
Economy
13:45
15:05
$217.25

How to get from Adelaide to Melbourne

When you want to get from Adelaide to Melbourne, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 895.28. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 91.92.

How far is Adelaide from Melbourne?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Adelaide to Melbourne. Your trip will be a total of 661 miles (1063 km). The flying distance is 661 miles (1063 km).

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

The travel time from Adelaide to Melbourne can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 14 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Adelaide to Melbourne varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Jetstar Airways: travelling by flight expect to pay as low as USD 91.92 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 895.28.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Adelaide to Melbourne:

  • Bus tickets - USD 73.31 to USD 73.31;
  • Plane tickets - USD 92.16 to USD 895.09;
  • Train tickets - USD 100.54 to USD 179.44;

How many trips per day are there between Adelaide and Melbourne?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Flights from Adelaide to Melbourne depart during the day - there are approximately 186 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Adelaide to Melbourne. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 92.16.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Adelaide to Melbourne

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Buses

Taking a bus from Adelaide to Melbourne is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Adelaide to Melbourne

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Adelaide to Melbourne? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 87% decided to go for a bus.
  • 9% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 4% users took a plane.

Transportation from Adelaide to Melbourne

Facts about the transport from Adelaide to Melbourne

Cheapest Transport$74
Fastest Transport1h 15m
Earliest Departure6:00 ص
Latest Departure8:10 م
Departures per day186
Distance1063 kilometers
Transport CompaniesFirefly Express, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Airways, Qantas Airways, Qantas Airways, Qantas Airways, The Overland, Virgin Australia, Virgin Australia, Virgin Australia, Virgin Australia