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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Melbourne to Sydney
Cheapest price
£62
Average price
£62
Fastest journey
11 h 10 m
Average duration
11 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
713 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Melbourne to Sydney is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Melbourne to Sydney will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £62.
Of the 1 buses that leave Melbourne for Sydney every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 713 km distance in an average of 11 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 10 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.
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Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Melbourne to Sydney
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Melbourne to Sydney among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £53, and a flight costs an average of £39.
Distance: 713 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£90 Average Price Cheapest | £123 Average Price | £118 Average Price |
12h 5m Average total duration 11h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 39m Average total duration 11h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Melbourne to Sydney bus times
The table below shows live departures for Melbourne to Sydney coaches for tomorrow, Monday 16 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| NFE31 | 08:00 Melbourne, Spencer St (Southern Cross) | 11h10 | 19:10 Sydney, Pitt St (Central Station) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Melbourne to Sydney
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Buses from Melbourne to Sydney run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £39 by flight.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 19:00, the last at 22:00. The fastest coach covers the 713 km distance in 11h 10m.
Distance 713 km |
Average bus duration 11h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 11h 10m |
First bus 19:00 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, Firefly Express from Melbourne to SydneyYou can travel by bus between Melbourne to Sydney with Greyhound, Firefly Express for as low as £39. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Melbourne to Sydney coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Melbourne to Sydney 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 Sydney, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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