Adelaide to Melbourne bus with Firefly Express

Fri 01 May
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Adelaide to Melbourne

Showing times and prices for 01 May

Cheapest price

£62

Average price

£62

Fastest journey

9 h 50 m

Average duration

10 h 48 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

654 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Adelaide to Melbourne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Adelaide to Melbourne will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £62.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Adelaide for Melbourne every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 654 km distance in an average of 10 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 50 m .

The slowest buses will take 11 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • FireflyNFE81
    19:459h50
    Adelaide, Cbd
    6:05Melbourne, Spencer St (Southern Cross)
    £621One-way
    0 changes
  • FireflyNFE71
    6:3511h45
    Adelaide, Cbd
    18:50Melbourne, Spencer St (Southern Cross)
    £621One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Adelaide to Melbourne

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Adelaide to Melbourne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, and a train costs an average of £167.

Distance: 654 km

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£54

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£91

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£171

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11h 48m

Average total duration

11h 18m

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11h 18m

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Live departures

Adelaide to Melbourne bus times

The table below shows live departures for Adelaide to Melbourne coaches for tomorrow, Friday 1 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

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firefly_expressNFE716:35 Adelaide, Cbd
11h45
18:50 Melbourne, Spencer St (Southern Cross)0 changesdirect
firefly_expressNFE8119:45 Adelaide, Cbd
9h50
6:05 Melbourne, Spencer St (Southern Cross)0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Adelaide to Melbourne

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Buses from Adelaide to Melbourne run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £40 by flight.

There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:35, the last at 19:45. The fastest coach covers the 654 km distance in 10h 20m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £40
Distance
654 km
Average bus duration
11h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
£54
Buses per day
2
Direct buses
2
Fastest bus
10h 20m
First bus
6:35
Last bus
19:45
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Mon
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £40

Bus providers: Firefly Express from Adelaide to MelbourneYou can travel by bus between Adelaide to Melbourne with Firefly Express for as low as £40. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Firefly Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 20m
Cheapest Price
£54
Firefly Express frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Adelaide to Melbourne coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Adelaide to Melbourne by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Melbourne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Adelaide to Melbourne can start from as little as £54 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Adelaide to Melbourne is £54; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Adelaide to Melbourne is 10h 20m to travel the 654 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Adelaide to Melbourne leaves at 6:35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Adelaide to Melbourne leaves at 19:45.
Yes, there are 2 direct coaches a day from Adelaide to Melbourne with Firefly Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Adelaide to Melbourne, you can count on Firefly Express for the best way to get you to Melbourne. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Adelaide and Melbourne and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Melbourne from Adelaide is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 10h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Adelaide and Melbourne including taking a train, coach and flight.
No, the coach from Adelaide to Melbourne has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Adelaide to Melbourne.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Adelaide to Melbourne.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Adelaide to Melbourne.
No, luggage for the coach from Adelaide to Melbourne needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Adelaide to Melbourne.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Adelaide to Melbourne.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Adelaide to Melbourne.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Adelaide to Melbourne.

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