Adelaide Central Bus Station to Melbourne

Adelaide Central Bus Station to Melbourne Destination Reviews

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上田久志

Very comfortable and easy to use.

Adelaide Central Bus Station to Melbourne, flight Economy, Jetstar Airways, May 13, 2025

Debbie

Bus driver was helpful, the bus seat was comfortable and I liked the amount of stops we had.

Adelaide Central Bus Station to Melbourne, Bus Express, Firefly Express, May 1, 2025

5.0

7 customer reviews

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Adelaide Central Bus Station to Melbourne Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Bus	Firefly Express	Express	06:35	18:50	$42.69	5.0
Bus	Firefly Express	Express	19:45	06:05	$62.39	5.0

Transportation from Adelaide Central Bus Station to Melbourne

Buses

$ 47.29
Trains are not available
Ferries are not available
Flights are not available
Taxis are not available
Vans are not available

Facts about the transport from Adelaide Central Bus Station to Melbourne

Cheapest Transport	$48
Fastest Transport	10h 20m
Earliest Departure	6:35 AM
Latest Departure	7:45 PM
Departures per day	2
Distance	517 kilometers
Transport Companies	Firefly Express

Popular Routes

From Adelaide Central Bus Station

From Melbourne

Popular Routes in Australia

How to get from Adelaide Central Bus Station to Melbourne

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

Flight
Bus

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

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 68.63. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 46.96.

How far is Adelaide Central Bus Station from Melbourne?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Adelaide Central Bus Station to Melbourne. Your trip will be a total of 322 miles (517 km). The flying distance is 322 miles (517 km).

How long does it take to get from Adelaide Central Bus Station to Melbourne?

The travel time from Adelaide Central Bus Station to Melbourne can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 11 to 13 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Adelaide Central Bus Station to Melbourne?

The cost of the trip from Adelaide Central Bus Station to Melbourne varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Firefly Express: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 46.96 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 68.63.

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

Bus tickets - USD 47.29 to USD 68.96;
Plane tickets - USD 72.90 to USD 230.52;

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

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

Buses start plying the route from 06:35 - you can also take a bus as late as 19:45. There are 2 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 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 72.90.

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

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

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.
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The most popular transport from Adelaide Central Bus Station to Melbourne

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Adelaide Central Bus Station 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:

7% users took a plane.