Sydney to Melbourne

Sydney to Melbourne

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Sydney to Melbourne Destination Reviews

JL
Jake L
people behind us were constantly pushing my seat
Sydney to Melbourne, Bus Standard, FlixBus, May 6, 2026
HJ
Hannah J
Coach was really comfy, Loos good, however I was charged over £20 more than the advertised price and I’m still not getting a resolution or answer as to why from 12GO.
Sydney to Melbourne, Bus Standard, FlixBus, Apr 11, 2026
JM
Jose M
The aircon was on all night even though was very cold. You have a lot of leg room, but very hard to sleep comfortably because of the head support.
Sydney to Melbourne, Train #621 Economy Class, NSW TrainLink, Feb 12, 2026
AS
Amar S
Only thing toilet was not clean and stopped working by next day morning
Sydney to Melbourne, Bus Express Lite, PopUp Express, Jan 8, 2026
DM
Daniel M
10
Sydney to Melbourne, Bus Express, Firefly Express, Jan 5, 2026
JS
Jacob S
Bus was dirty, driver would not shut up
Sydney to Melbourne, Bus Express, Firefly Express, Dec 8, 2025
JP
Joe P
Peter the driver was fantastic. I feel he is a real asset to your firm. Very kind and clear with instructions.. I will definitely be travelling with you guys again. Thank you Peter. Joe Palma
Sydney to Melbourne, Bus Express, Firefly Express, Nov 14, 2025
MM
Md M
everything was good only we suffer alot because there was no power point to charge our phone. we were inside 11 hours so in this 11 house of course we need to charge our phone. thank you
Sydney to Melbourne, Train #623 Economy Class, NSW TrainLink, Oct 16, 2025
AC
Aris C
It was good but not the experience inside the first class cpuch… no charging outlet ant it miist have pillows yo lean on
Sydney to Melbourne, Train #621 First Class, NSW TrainLink, Jun 15, 2025
TM
Tanya M
I was apprehensive about overnight coach travel having had difficulty sleeping many decades ago. Although my seat belt (seat #9) was constantly stuck so I was challenged to move easily then took about 15-20 mins getting myself re-belted in, the sleeping was still a challenge. What made up for the experience was your exceptional coach captain Peter. What an asset he is to your company. His hospitality was extraordinary. I trust you treat him like gold; his service to the country and to your business is extraordinary. PS - how's your sustainability reporting? If you'd like to conduct a team-building day for staff and their families, I'd love to speak further - see https://bio.site/futuresilienceevents
Sydney to Melbourne, Bus Express, Firefly Express, Apr 25, 2025
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Sydney to Melbourne Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Flight
Jetstar Airways
Economy
06:00
07:35
$86.92
  4.5
Flight
Qantas Airways
Economy
06:25
08:00
$148.68
Flight
Virgin Australia
Economy
06:45
08:20
$68.62
Flight
Qantas Airways
Economy
07:05
10:10
$371.01
Flight
Qantas Airways
Economy
07:25
09:00
$132.67
Train
NSW TrainLink
Economy Class
07:41
18:40
$86.51
  4.5
Flight
Virgin Australia
Economy
08:00
09:35
$119.52
Flight
Virgin Australia
Economy
08:20
16:20
$173.44
Flight
Virgin Australia
Economy
08:40
20:05
$248.79
Flight
Virgin Australia
Economy
09:00
10:35
$140.96
Flight
Virgin Australia
Economy
09:20
08:25
$150.23
Flight
Jetstar Airways
Economy
09:40
11:15
$109.79
  4.5
Flight
Virgin Australia
Economy
10:00
11:35
$140.96
Flight
Virgin Australia
Economy
10:20
09:25
$136.70
Flight
Qantas Airways
Economy
10:40
15:30
$349.41
Flight
Virgin Australia
Economy
11:00
12:35
$136.67
Flight
Virgin Australia
Economy
11:20
23:55
$164.99
Flight
Jetstar Airways
Economy
11:40
13:15
$174.99
  4.5
Flight
Virgin Australia
Economy
12:00
13:35
$231.03
Flight
Virgin Australia
Economy
12:20
20:05
$382.82

How to get from Sydney to Melbourne

When you want to get from Sydney 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 1,289.13. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 43.44.

How far is Sydney from Melbourne?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Sydney to Melbourne. Your trip will be a total of 794 miles (1276 km). The flying distance is 794 miles (1276 km).

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

The travel time from Sydney to Melbourne 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 Sydney to Melbourne?

The cost of the trip from Sydney to Melbourne 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 43.44 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 1,289.13.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 43.34 to USD 125.14;
  • Plane tickets - USD 57.32 to USD 1,289.10;
  • Train tickets - USD 60.12 to USD 84.59;
  • Bus+Train price: USD 76.20. From Sydney to Melbourne starting from 05:08 Sydney Central Station until 07:25 Sydney Central Station

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

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

  • Flights from Sydney to Melbourne depart during the day - there are approximately 250 departures a day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 10:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:45. There are 7 available bus trips every day.
  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 4 trains per day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Sydney 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 57.32.

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 Sydney to Melbourne

Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Airways, Jetstar Airways, Qantas Airways, Qantas Airways, Qantas Airways, Virgin Australia, Virgin Australia, Virgin Australia

Buses

Taking a bus from Sydney 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 Sydney to Melbourne

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

  • 39% chosen Bus+Train
  • 39% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 20% decided to go for a bus.
  • 2% users took a plane.

Transportation from Sydney to Melbourne

Facts about the transport from Sydney to Melbourne

Cheapest Transport$44
Fastest Transport1h 30m
Earliest Departure5:08 AM
Latest Departure11:45 PM
Departures per day261
Distance1276 kilometers
Transport CompaniesFirefly 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