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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Southern Cross | Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6 | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Southern Cross | SYD Airport - International | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Southern Cross | Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6 | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Southern Cross | Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6 | No tags |
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Get from Melbourne to Sydney
The journey takes about 11 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $127, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Melbourne and Sydney?
Stops in Melbourne
- B
Cheltenham - Southland Shopping Centre
Southland SC, Cheltenham VIC 3192, Australia - C
St Kilda - Habitat HQ
296 State Route 3, St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia
Stops in Sydney
- AInternational Terminal 1, Centre Rd, Mascot NSW 2020, Australia
- B
SYD Airport - Domestic
Domestic Terminal 3, Keith Smith Ave, Mascot NSW 2020, Australia - C
Central Station
1 Eddy Ave, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Melbourne to Sydney by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Melbourne to Sydney?
The cheapest bus tickets from Melbourne to Sydney start from $127. The average price for this route is around $143. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Melbourne to Sydney?
The average bus travel time from Melbourne to Sydney is 11h 30m, covering a distance of 707 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 20m and is operated by PopUp Express.
Which bus companies service the Melbourne to Sydney route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from PopUp Express, Greyhound Australia.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Melbourne to Sydney?
The earliest bus departs from Melbourne to Sydney at 8:40pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Melbourne to Sydney?
A bus trip from Melbourne to Sydney generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Melbourne to Sydney?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound Australia, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 2384 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Melbourne to Sydney?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Greyhound Australia has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Melbourne to Sydney?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Greyhound Australia, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Melbourne to Sydney?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is PopUp Express, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Melbourne to Sydney was searched and found on Dec 19, 2025 with a price of $106To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Melbourne to Sydney, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $106 to $230 for a bus ticket from Melbourne to Sydney based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $106 which is on 2025-12-19.
Usually Greyhound Australia will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
