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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 Greyhound Australia, Firefly Express or FlixBus. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£40
tomorrow
£40
Tuesday
£37
Wednesday
£34
Thursday
£32
Friday
£40
Saturday
£46

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 11h 30m 10:10 Melbourne Southern Cross Station 21:40 Sydney Central Coach Station  Economy £40
FlixBus 12h 5m 21:55 Melbourne Southern Cross Station 10:00 Sydney Central Coach Station  Economy £47
Firefly Express 11h 10m 19:00 Melbourne Southern Cross Station 06:10 Sydney Central Coach Station  Economy £49
Greyhound Australia 12h 0m 22:00 Melbourne Duncans Rd, Werribee 10:00 Sydney Central Coach Station  Economy £82

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 11h 30m 10:10 Melbourne Southern Cross Station 21:40 Sydney Central Coach Station  Economy £40
FlixBus 12h 5m 21:55 Melbourne Southern Cross Station 10:00 Sydney Central Coach Station  Economy £43
Firefly Express 11h 10m 19:00 Melbourne Southern Cross Station 06:10 Sydney Central Coach Station  Economy £49
Greyhound Australia 12h 0m 22:00 Melbourne Duncans Rd, Werribee 10:00 Sydney Central Coach Station  Economy £82

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 11h 30m 10:10 Melbourne Southern Cross Station 21:40 Sydney Central Coach Station  Economy £37
FlixBus 12h 5m 21:55 Melbourne Southern Cross Station 10:00 Sydney Central Coach Station  Economy £40
Firefly Express 11h 10m 19:00 Melbourne Southern Cross Station 06:10 Sydney Central Coach Station  Economy £49
Greyhound Australia 12h 0m 22:00 Melbourne Duncans Rd, Werribee 10:00 Sydney Central Coach Station  Economy £72
  • Did you know that if you travel from Melbourne to Sydney via Canberra, you can save more than £4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      11h 20m
      0
      10:20
      Melbourne
      Southern Cross Station
      17:50
      Canberra
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £28
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • FlixBus
      3h 10m
      0
      18:30
      Canberra
      Coach Station
      21:40
      Sydney
      Central Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel time is 0h 10m longer, but you will save £4

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 11h 30m 10:10 Melbourne Southern Cross Station 21:40 Sydney Central Coach Station  Economy £34
FlixBus 12h 5m 21:55 Melbourne Southern Cross Station 10:00 Sydney Central Coach Station  Economy £48
Firefly Express 11h 10m 19:00 Melbourne Southern Cross Station 06:10 Sydney Central Coach Station  Economy £49
Greyhound Australia 12h 0m 22:00 Melbourne Duncans Rd, Werribee 10:00 Sydney Central Coach Station  Economy £82

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 11h 20m 10:20 Melbourne Southern Cross Station 21:40 Sydney Central Coach Station  Economy £32
Firefly Express 11h 10m 19:00 Melbourne Southern Cross Station 06:10 Sydney Central Coach Station  Economy £49
Greyhound Australia 12h 0m 22:00 Melbourne Duncans Rd, Werribee 10:00 Sydney Central Coach Station  Economy £75

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 11h 30m 10:10 Melbourne Southern Cross Station 21:40 Sydney Central Coach Station  Economy £40
Firefly Express 11h 10m 19:00 Melbourne Southern Cross Station 06:10 Sydney Central Coach Station  Economy £49
FlixBus 12h 5m 21:55 Melbourne Southern Cross Station 10:00 Sydney Central Coach Station  Economy £54
Greyhound Australia 12h 0m 22:00 Melbourne Duncans Rd, Werribee 10:00 Sydney Central Coach Station  Economy £82
  • Did you know that if you travel from Melbourne to Sydney via Canberra, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      11h 20m
      0
      10:20
      Melbourne
      Southern Cross Station
      17:50
      Canberra
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £28
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • FlixBus
      3h 10m
      0
      18:30
      Canberra
      Coach Station
      21:40
      Sydney
      Central Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel time is 0h 10m longer, but you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 11h 30m 10:10 Melbourne Southern Cross Station 21:40 Sydney Central Coach Station  Economy £46
Firefly Express 11h 10m 07:00 Melbourne Southern Cross Station 18:10 Sydney Central Coach Station  Economy £49
Firefly Express 11h 10m 19:00 Melbourne Southern Cross Station 06:10 Sydney Central Coach Station  Economy £49
FlixBus 12h 5m 21:55 Melbourne Southern Cross Station 10:00 Sydney Central Coach Station  Economy £56
Greyhound Australia 12h 0m 22:00 Melbourne Southern Cross Station 10:00 Sydney Central Coach Station  Economy £91
  • Did you know that if you travel from Melbourne to Sydney via Canberra, you can save more than £13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      11h 20m
      0
      10:20
      Melbourne
      Southern Cross Station
      17:50
      Canberra
      Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £28
      • Waiting Time 0h 40m
    • FlixBus
      3h 10m
      0
      18:30
      Canberra
      Coach Station
      21:40
      Sydney
      Central Coach Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
    Travel time is 0h 10m longer, but you will save £13

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Melbourne to Sydney is £32 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?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Melbourne to Sydney. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 9 daily coaches from Melbourne to Sydney. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Melbourne and Sydney.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 41 coaches from Melbourne to Sydney, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Melbourne and Sydney, with 9 offers.

All facts for Melbourne to Sydney bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Greyhound Australia, Firefly Express and FlixBus that travel daily 7 times by bus from Melbourne to Sydney in one click. Book your Melbourne to Sydney bus ticket starting from £32!

Cheapest Bus £32
Fastest Bus 11h 10m
Earliest Coach 10:10
Latest Coach 22:00
Daily Bus Connections 7 Ø
Distance 713.4 km
Coach Companies Greyhound Australia, Firefly Express and FlixBus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Melbourne to Sydney?

Every day, 7 buses from 3 coach companies leave Melbourne for Sydney. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 14/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 08/12
Tuesday 09/12
Wednesday 10/12
Thursday 11/12
Friday 12/12
Saturday 13/12
Sunday 14/12
£49
Monday 15/12
£51
Tuesday 16/12
£37
Wednesday 17/12
£34
Thursday 18/12
£49
Friday 19/12
£40
Saturday 20/12
£37
Sunday 21/12
£49
Monday 22/12
£49
Tuesday 23/12
£60
Wednesday 24/12
£51
Thursday 25/12
£49
Friday 26/12
£94
Saturday 27/12
£65
Sunday 28/12
£77
Monday 29/12
£77
Tuesday 30/12
£71
Wednesday 31/12
£49
Thursday 01/01
£35
Friday 02/01
£37
Saturday 03/01
£51
Sunday 04/01

The cheapest time to travel from Melbourne to Sydney

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Melbourne to Sydney, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £32, Thursday is the cheapest day for a coach from Melbourne to Sydney. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £40.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Melbourne to Sydney, with £32. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £40.

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

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Melbourne to Sydney:

Cheapest Price £32
Fastest Coach 11h 20m
Earliest Coach 10:10
Last Coach 21:55
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 14/12/2025

Greyhound Australia from Melbourne to Sydney

Greyhound Australia

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound Australia bus route Melbourne to Sydney:

Cheapest Price £72
Fastest Coach 12h 0m
Earliest Coach 22:00
Last Coach 22:00
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 14/12/2025
In total 3 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 £32 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 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £32 to £104. 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 7 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 £49. 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 10:10. 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 22:00. 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 Greyhound Australia, Firefly Express 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: Greyhound Australia, Firefly Express 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.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Melbourne to Sydney?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 7 daily trips between Melbourne and Sydney. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Melbourne to Sydney?

Prices and availability for 7 trips between Melbourne and Sydney change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Melbourne to Sydney

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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