Which bus from Melbourne to Sydney is the best?
Check the bus schedule for Melbourne to Sydney. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like NSW Trainlink, Greyhound Australia or FlixBus. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.
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| FlixBus | 11h 20m | 10:20 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 21:40 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Economy | £38 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 05/12/2025 10:20:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 05/12/2025 21:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £38 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 20m
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| FlixBus | 11h 55m | 22:05 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 10:00 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Economy | £47 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 05/12/2025 22:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 06/12/2025 10:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £47 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 55m
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| NSW Trainlink | 14h 0m | 17:35 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 07:35 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Basic | £53 |
A Bus from NSW Trainlink goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 05/12/2025 17:35:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 06/12/2025 07:35:00. 50 Basic ticket for £53 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 0m
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| NSW Trainlink | 13h 50m | 18:05 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 07:55 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Basic | £53 |
A Bus from NSW Trainlink goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 05/12/2025 18:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 06/12/2025 07:55:00. 50 Basic ticket for £53 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 50m
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| Greyhound Australia | 12h 0m | 22:00 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 10:00 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Economy | £91 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 05/12/2025 22:00:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 06/12/2025 10:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £91 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| FlixBus | 11h 20m | 10:20 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 21:40 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Economy | £47 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 06/12/2025 10:20:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 06/12/2025 21:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £47 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 20m
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| Firefly Express | 11h 10m | 19:00 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 06:10 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Economy | £49 |
A Bus from Firefly Express goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 06/12/2025 19:00:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 07/12/2025 06:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £49 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 10m
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| NSW Trainlink | 14h 0m | 06:35 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 20:35 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Basic | £53 |
A Bus from NSW Trainlink goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 06/12/2025 06:35:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 06/12/2025 20:35:00. 50 Basic ticket for £53 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 0m
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| NSW Trainlink | 13h 50m | 07:05 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 20:55 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Basic | £53 |
A Bus from NSW Trainlink goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 06/12/2025 07:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 06/12/2025 20:55:00. 50 Basic ticket for £53 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 50m
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| FlixBus | 11h 55m | 22:05 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 10:00 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Economy | £53 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 06/12/2025 22:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 07/12/2025 10:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £53 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 55m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| FlixBus | 11h 20m | 10:20 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 21:40 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Economy | £31 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 07/12/2025 10:20:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 07/12/2025 21:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 20m
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| FlixBus | 11h 55m | 22:05 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 10:00 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Economy | £34 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 07/12/2025 22:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 08/12/2025 10:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 55m
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| NSW Trainlink | 14h 0m | 06:35 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 20:35 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Basic | £53 |
A Bus from NSW Trainlink goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 07/12/2025 06:35:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 07/12/2025 20:35:00. 50 Basic ticket for £53 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 0m
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| NSW Trainlink | 13h 50m | 07:05 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 20:55 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Basic | £53 |
A Bus from NSW Trainlink goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 07/12/2025 07:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 07/12/2025 20:55:00. 50 Basic ticket for £53 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 50m
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| Greyhound Australia | 12h 0m | 22:00 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 10:00 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Economy | £103 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 07/12/2025 22:00:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 08/12/2025 10:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £103 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| FlixBus | 11h 20m | 10:20 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 21:40 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Economy | £47 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 08/12/2025 10:20:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 08/12/2025 21:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £47 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 20m
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| Firefly Express | 11h 10m | 19:00 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 06:10 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Economy | £50 |
A Bus from Firefly Express goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 08/12/2025 19:00:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 09/12/2025 06:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £50 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 10m
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| FlixBus | 11h 55m | 22:05 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 10:00 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Economy | £52 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 08/12/2025 22:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 09/12/2025 10:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £52 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 55m
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| NSW Trainlink | 14h 0m | 06:35 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 20:35 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Basic | £53 |
A Bus from NSW Trainlink goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 08/12/2025 06:35:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 08/12/2025 20:35:00. 50 Basic ticket for £53 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 0m
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| NSW Trainlink | 13h 50m | 07:05 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 20:55 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Basic | £53 |
A Bus from NSW Trainlink goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 08/12/2025 07:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 08/12/2025 20:55:00. 50 Basic ticket for £53 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 50m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| FlixBus | 11h 20m | 10:20 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 21:40 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Economy | £31 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 09/12/2025 10:20:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 09/12/2025 21:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 20m
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| FlixBus | 11h 55m | 22:05 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 10:00 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Economy | £33 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 09/12/2025 22:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 10/12/2025 10:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 55m
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| Firefly Express | 11h 10m | 19:00 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 06:10 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Economy | £49 |
A Bus from Firefly Express goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 09/12/2025 19:00:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 10/12/2025 06:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £49 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 10m
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| Greyhound Australia | 12h 0m | 22:00 | Melbourne | Duncans Rd, Werribee | 10:00 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Economy | £71 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Duncans Rd, Werribee, Melbourne (Australia) at 09/12/2025 22:00:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 10/12/2025 10:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £71 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| FlixBus | 11h 20m | 10:20 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 21:40 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Economy | £31 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 10/12/2025 10:20:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 10/12/2025 21:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 20m
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| FlixBus | 11h 55m | 22:05 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 10:00 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Economy | £34 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 10/12/2025 22:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 11/12/2025 10:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 55m
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| Firefly Express | 11h 10m | 19:00 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 06:10 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Economy | £49 |
A Bus from Firefly Express goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 10/12/2025 19:00:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 11/12/2025 06:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £49 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 10m
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| Greyhound Australia | 12h 0m | 22:00 | Melbourne | Duncans Rd, Werribee | 10:00 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Economy | £79 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Duncans Rd, Werribee, Melbourne (Australia) at 10/12/2025 22:00:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 11/12/2025 10:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £79 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
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| Mode of Transport | BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName | Duration | Departure time | From | Departure | Arrival time | To | Destination | Logo | Seat classes | Price | |
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| FlixBus | 11h 20m | 10:20 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 21:40 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Economy | £31 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 11/12/2025 10:20:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 11/12/2025 21:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 20m
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| FlixBus | 11h 55m | 22:05 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 10:00 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Economy | £34 |
A Bus from FlixBus goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 11/12/2025 22:05:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 12/12/2025 10:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 55m
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| Firefly Express | 11h 10m | 19:00 | Melbourne | Southern Cross Station | 06:10 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Economy | £49 |
A Bus from Firefly Express goes from Southern Cross Station, Melbourne (Australia) at 11/12/2025 19:00:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 12/12/2025 06:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £49 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 10m
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| Greyhound Australia | 12h 0m | 22:00 | Melbourne | Duncans Rd, Werribee | 10:00 | Sydney | Central Coach Station | Economy | £71 |
A Bus from Greyhound Australia goes from Duncans Rd, Werribee, Melbourne (Australia) at 11/12/2025 22:00:00 to Central Coach Station, Sydney (Australia) arriving at 12/12/2025 10:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £71 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
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Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Melbourne to Sydney is £30 on 18/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.
What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Melbourne and Sydney?
Saturday
is the busiest day, with more than 22 daily coaches from Melbourne to Sydney. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between Melbourne and Sydney.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 53 coaches from Melbourne to Sydney, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Melbourne and Sydney, with 5 offers.
All facts for Melbourne to Sydney bus at a glance
Compare all coach operators like NSW Trainlink, Greyhound Australia and FlixBus that travel daily 12 times by bus from Melbourne to Sydney in one click. Book your Melbourne to Sydney bus ticket starting from £30!
| Cheapest Bus | £30 |
| Fastest Bus | 11h 10m |
| Earliest Coach | 10:20 |
| Latest Coach | 22:05 |
| Daily Bus Connections | 12 Ø |
| Distance | 713.4 km |
| Coach Companies | NSW Trainlink, Greyhound Australia, FlixBus and Firefly Express |
What are the cheapest coach tickets from Melbourne to Sydney?
Every day, 12 buses from 4 coach companies leave Melbourne for Sydney. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
01/12
Tuesday
02/12
Wednesday
03/12
Thursday
04/12
Friday
05/12
£54
Saturday
06/12
£49
Sunday
07/12
£54
Monday
08/12
£47
Tuesday
09/12
£31
Wednesday
10/12
£31
Thursday
11/12
£31
Friday
12/12
£50
Saturday
13/12
£34
Sunday
14/12
£84
Monday
15/12
£34
Tuesday
16/12
£65
Wednesday
17/12
£59
Thursday
18/12
£30
Friday
19/12
£49
Saturday
20/12
£45
Sunday
21/12
£38
Monday
22/12
£57
Tuesday
23/12
£49
Wednesday
24/12
£32
Thursday
25/12
£35
Friday
26/12
£50
Saturday
27/12
£62
Sunday
28/12
The cheapest time to travel from Melbourne to Sydney
With a price starting from £30, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Melbourne to Sydney. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £38.
Morning
is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Melbourne to Sydney, with £31. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £53.
How to save money travelling from Melbourne to Sydney
Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.
Book the ticket from Melbourne to Sydney in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Melbourne to Sydney, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.
If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Melbourne to Sydney are also emptier.Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.
What are the most popular bus companies from Melbourne to Sydney?
These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Melbourne to Sydney timetable.
FlixBus from Melbourne to Sydney
Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Melbourne to Sydney:
| Cheapest Price | £31 |
| Fastest Coach | 11h 20m |
| Earliest Coach | 10:20 |
| Last Coach | 22:05 |
| Daily Connections | 2 Ø |
| Found on | 05/12/2025 |
NSW Trainlink from Melbourne to Sydney
Here you will find the key facts about the NSW Trainlink bus route Melbourne to Sydney:
| Cheapest Price | £53 |
| Fastest Coach | 12h 0m |
| Earliest Coach | 17:35 |
| Last Coach | 07:50 |
| Daily Connections | 11 Ø |
| Found on | 05/12/2025 |
Greyhound Australia from Melbourne to Sydney
Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound Australia bus route Melbourne to Sydney:
| Cheapest Price | £71 |
| Fastest Coach | 12h 0m |
| Earliest Coach | 22:00 |
| Last Coach | 22:00 |
| Daily Connections | 2 Ø |
| Found on | 05/12/2025 |
In total 4 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.
All bus stations and stops in Melbourne and Sydney
Here is a map with all coach stations in Melbourne and Sydney. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.
Compare the bus with other modes of transport
The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Melbourne to Sydney? Compare all modes of transports from
Melbourne to Sydney.
All you need to know when you travel by bus from Melbourne to Sydney
Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Melbourne to Sydney. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.
FAQs for Melbourne to Sydney bus
How much does a Melbourne Sydney coach trip cost?
This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Melbourne Sydney bus trip is available from £30 and takes 11h 20m. Compare offers and save money!
How much could I save by comparing buses from Melbourne to Sydney?
This connection is offered by 4 companies with ticket prices ranging from £30 to £118. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Sydney.
How many connections are available for the Melbourne Sydney route on average every day?
Each day, the bus route from Melbourne to Sydney is offered by roughly 12 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.
How long does a bus to Sydney from Melbourne take?
The quickest coach from Melbourne to Sydney is provided by Firefly Express and takes 11h 10m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £50. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.
What time is the first bus from Melbourne to Sydney?
The earliest bus to Sydney departs from Melbourne at 10:20. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.
What time is the last coach from Melbourne to Sydney?
The latest bus to Sydney departs from Melbourne at 22:05. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.
Which bus companies serve the Melbourne Sydney route?
Passengers looking to travel from Melbourne to Sydney can travel with NSW Trainlink, Greyhound Australia and FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.
Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Sydney?
You can check all the direct connections between Melbourne and Sydney by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: NSW Trainlink, Greyhound Australia and FlixBus.
What can I take with me on the bus to Sydney from Melbourne?
Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Melbourne Sydney bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.
What equipment is available for the Melbourne Sydney bus route?
The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Melbourne to Sydney on your planned travel date.
Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Melbourne to Sydney
Basic
Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.
Economy
The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.
More bus routes to Melbourne and to Sydney
Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Melbourne and to Sydney. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!
Popular Airport Transfers to Melbourne and to Sydney
