Melbourne to Sydney

Melbourne to Sydney

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Melbourne to Sydney Destination Reviews

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Veronica
The seats were reasonably comfortable if a little too close. Not the train companies fault, but a passenger from across the aisle changed her seat which she had already put fully back and she sat in front of me and tried to do the same until I spoke, up then she put the seat upright. It would have been in my face, so rude of her.
Melbourne to Sydney, Train #624 First Class, NSW TrainLink, Jul 25, 2026
KW
Kattarin W
It was okay, but it was freezing at night. The heater was not on.
Melbourne to Sydney, Bus Standard, FlixBus, Jul 9, 2026
PV
Phillip V
safe and comfortable professional staff
Melbourne to Sydney, Bus Express, Firefly Express, Jun 10, 2026
F
Florence
Too long and late
Melbourne to Sydney, Train #624 Economy Class, NSW TrainLink, May 15, 2026
MD
Marlene D
My neighbour had is screen on watching movies all night. We had a DeLay of almost 3 hours. I enjoyed the morning, brekkie and sunrise, very much.
Melbourne to Sydney, Train #622 Economy Class, NSW TrainLink, May 9, 2026
AC
Ayeel C
The service was good and the driver was so nice and seats was so comfortable and there's so much space to stretch a leg.
Melbourne to Sydney, Bus Express, Firefly Express, Apr 12, 2026
E
Elaine
Pleasant helpful staff. Accommodation good. Plenty room relax. Nice way see country. Journey soon went. Some amazing views
Melbourne to Sydney, Train #624 First Class, NSW TrainLink, Feb 22, 2026
TS
Tokasa S
I really enjoyed it
Melbourne to Sydney, Train #622 Economy Class, NSW TrainLink, Jan 3, 2026
AP
Amelia P
I loved my trip! It was a comfy bus and the charging ports were a huge bonus. Thank you for being available when other services were booked out :)
Melbourne to Sydney, Bus Express, Firefly Express, Dec 30, 2025
KT
Kodhimah T
Smooth, comfortable, and on time
Melbourne to Sydney, Train #622 Economy Class, NSW TrainLink, Dec 24, 2025
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Melbourne to Sydney Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Flight
Virgin Australia Airlines
Economy
05:30
06:55
$93.04
Flight
Jetstar Airways
Economy
06:00
07:30
$85.36
Flight
Virgin Australia Airlines
Economy
06:20
07:45
$835.36
Flight
Jetstar Airways
Economy
06:40
15:30
$362.03
Bus
Firefly Express
Express
07:00
18:10
$66.46
  5.0
Flight
Qantas Airways
Economy
07:20
08:45
$120.05
Flight
Virgin Australia Airlines
Economy
07:45
09:10
$137.14
Flight
Qantas Airways
Economy
08:05
09:30
$118.41
Flight
Virgin Australia Airlines
Economy
08:25
17:35
$244.39
Flight
Jetstar Airways
Economy
08:45
10:15
$97.02
Flight
Jetstar Airways
Economy
09:05
10:30
$91.62
Flight
Jetstar Airways
Economy
09:25
10:55
$104.42
Flight
Qantas Airways
Economy
09:45
11:10
$118.43
Flight
Jetstar Airways
Economy
10:05
22:05
$167.05
Flight
Qantas Airways
Economy
10:25
15:00
$325.65
Flight
Virgin Australia Airlines
Economy
10:45
12:10
$140.27
Flight
Jetstar Airways
Economy
11:05
12:30
$124.62
Flight
Virgin Australia Airlines
Economy
11:25
18:55
$493.04
Flight
Jetstar Airways
Economy
11:45
13:10
$79.10
Flight
Qantas Airways
Economy
12:05
13:30
$118.43

How to get from Melbourne to Sydney

When you want to get from Melbourne to Sydney, 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 824.15. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 40.93.

How far is Melbourne from Sydney?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Melbourne to Sydney. Your trip will be a total of 705 miles (1134 km). The flying distance is 705 miles (1134 km).

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

The travel time from Melbourne to Sydney can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 25 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Melbourne to Sydney varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is FlixBus: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 40.93 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 824.15.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 41.12 to USD 124.76;
  • Train tickets - USD 59.94 to USD 84.34;
  • Bus+Train price: USD 68.31. From Melbourne to Sydney starting from 07:30 Melbourne Southern Cross until 07:30 Melbourne Southern Cross
  • Plane tickets - USD 102.46 to USD 823.85;

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

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

  • Flights from Melbourne to Sydney depart during the day - there are approximately 269 departures a day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 09:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 22:00. There are 6 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Sydney. 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 102.46.

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 Melbourne to Sydney

All Nippon Airways, China Southern Airlines, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Airways, Qantas Airways, Qantas Airways, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia, Virgin Australia, Virgin Australia

Buses

Taking a bus from Melbourne to Sydney 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 Melbourne to Sydney

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Melbourne to Sydney? 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:

  • 39% chosen Bus+Train
  • 39% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 21% decided to go for a bus.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Melbourne to Sydney

Facts about the transport from Melbourne to Sydney

Cheapest Transport$42
Fastest Transport1h 20m
Earliest Departure6:00 오전
Latest Departure10:00 오후
Departures per day255
Distance1134 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAll Nippon Airways, China Southern Airlines, Firefly Express, FlixBus, Greyhound Australia, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Airways, NSW TrainLink, NSW TrainLinkBus, Qantas Airways, Qantas Airways, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia, Virgin Australia, Virgin Australia