How can I travel from Sydney to Melbourne without flying?

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Melbourne without flying. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

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

Traveling from Sydney to Melbourne takes about 11h 40m on average, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 10h 30m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 443 miles (715 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Sydney to Melbourne?

Sydney and Melbourne are 443 miles (715 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Sydney to Melbourne?

The majority of buses traveling from Sydney to Melbourne start their journey at SYD Airport - International and wind up at Melbourne Airport. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What is the most affordable way to get from Sydney to Melbourne?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Sydney to Melbourne by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $80.

How much are the bus tickets from Sydney to Melbourne?

The bus ticket costs $110 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $80 to $152, so it's good to do your research before booking.

What are the best sights and things to do in Melbourne?

Once in Melbourne, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Melbourne Aquarium, Eureka Skydeck - Observation Deck, Immigration Museum, Phillip Island and Brunswick Street.

Is there an overnight bus from Sydney to Melbourne?

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Sydney to Melbourne. Make sure to pack a blanket and a snack to make your trip more comfortable.

Sydney to Melbourne Bus Tickets

TodayApr 25

from $112

TomorrowApr 26

from $112

SunApr 27

MonApr 28

TueApr 29

from $96

WedApr 30

from $81

ThuMay 1

FriMay 2

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: April 26 at 5:30pm
Departure city: Sydney
Departure location: Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6
Arrival time: April 27 at 5:30am
Destination city: Melbourne
Destination location: Southern Cross
Operated by: Greyhound Australia
Vehicle: BusDuration: 12h
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: April 26 at 6:00pm
Departure city: Sydney
Departure location: SYD Airport - International
Arrival time: April 27 at 5:30am
Destination city: Melbourne
Destination location: Southern Cross
Operated by: Greyhound Australia
Vehicle: BusDuration: 11h 30m
Departure time: April 26 at 6:00pm
Departure city: Sydney
Departure location: SYD Airport - International
Arrival time: April 27 at 5:30am
Destination city: Melbourne
Destination location: Southern Cross
Operated by: Greyhound Australia
Vehicle: BusDuration: 11h 30m
Departure time: April 26 at 5:50pm
Departure city: Sydney
Departure location: Sydney Domestic Airport (SYD), T3
Arrival time: April 27 at 5:30am
Destination city: Melbourne
Destination location: Southern Cross
Operated by: Greyhound Australia
Vehicle: BusDuration: 11h 40m

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Bus Sydney to Melbourne: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$110

Average bus trip duration11h 40m

Number of daily buses3

Earliest bus departure6:30am

Distance439 miles (708 km)

Latest bus departure6:00pm

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Greyhound Australia

4/52,135 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.8

Customers have expressed overall satisfaction with the service, although there were some negative experiences. The main issues mentioned include encountering cockroaches on the bus and experiencing a breakdown in an inconvenient location, resulting in lost belongings.

Greyhound Australia Sydney Melbourne recent customer reviews

I couldn’t board the bus to Melbourne because of technical difficulties in public transport , I arrived 3 minutes late at the stop. I tried to call beforehand to let the bus know that i would be arriving just a bit late but there was no customer service available! I couldn’t do anything…

Siam H.

April 21, 2025

We travelled on 15th January from Sydney to Melbourne. The journey was disastrous. We broke down 2 hours after leaving due to a problem with the coolant. After a stop of about 1 hour, no tow truck came to help us. So the driver left again with the light still on and saying to stop. After more than 10 stops on the side of the road without knowing the reason, we drove for 10 hours with a dangerous light on. The driver put our lives in danger. The journey was therefore catastrophic, we are very disappointed with the journey and are asking for compensation given that we arrived 5 hours late!

Chloé B.

January 16, 2025

Only plus of this journey was the driver, who kept trying to fix a leaking coolant hose. There was no help from the bus operator in terms of sending a mechanic or an alternate bus. Stranded in a almost no network and middle of nowhere highway for almost 3 hrs, waiting in vain for the assistance.

Malavika H.

January 15, 2025

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Where are the popular stops in Sydney and Melbourne?

Stops in Sydney

A - SYD Airport - International

B - SYD Airport - Domestic

C - Central Station

Stops in Melbourne

A - Melbourne Airport

B - Cheltenham - Southland Shopping Centre

C - St Kilda - Habitat HQ

Frequently asked questions for your trip Sydney - Melbourne

How can I travel from Sydney to Melbourne without flying?
How long does it take to get to Melbourne from Sydney by bus?
What is the travel distance from Sydney to Melbourne?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Sydney to Melbourne?
What is the most affordable way to get from Sydney to Melbourne?
How much are the bus tickets from Sydney to Melbourne?
What are the best sights and things to do in Melbourne?
Is there an overnight bus from Sydney to Melbourne?

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Best price found

04/23

$145

04/24

$113

Today

$112

04/26

$112

04/27

$112

04/28

$112

04/29

$95

04/30

$81

The cheapest trip from Sydney to Melbourne was searched and found on Apr 30, 2025 with a price of $81

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sydney to Melbourne, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $81 to $145 for a bus ticket from Sydney to Melbourne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $81 which is on 2025-04-30.

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Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Sydney to Melbourne but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Sydney to Melbourne, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Sydney to Melbourne.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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Bus Sydney to Melbourne: Trip Overview

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Sydney to Melbourne Bus

Where are the popular stops in Sydney and Melbourne?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Sydney - Melbourne

How can I travel from Sydney to Melbourne without flying?

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

What is the travel distance from Sydney to Melbourne?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Sydney to Melbourne?

What is the most affordable way to get from Sydney to Melbourne?

How much are the bus tickets from Sydney to Melbourne?

What are the best sights and things to do in Melbourne?

Is there an overnight bus from Sydney to Melbourne?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

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