Bus from Melbourne to Sydney: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Melbourne to Sydney on 12 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound AustraliaBus
Southern Cross
Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6Cheapest
Greyhound AustraliaBus
Southern Cross
SYD Airport - InternationalFastest
Greyhound AustraliaBus
Southern Cross
Sydney Central Station Forecourt Coach Bay 5&6No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:45 AEDT.

Get from Melbourne to Sydney

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just £64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
11h 30mAverage duration
439 milesDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Melbourne to Sydney

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Melbourne to Sydney?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Melbourne to Sydney start from £64. The average price for this route is around £80. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Melbourne to Sydney?

    The average bus journey time from Melbourne to Sydney is 11h 30m, covering a distance of 439 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 10h 20m and is operated by PopUp Express.

  3. 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.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Melbourne to Sydney?

    The earliest bus departs from Melbourne to Sydney at 20:40. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Melbourne to Sydney?

    A bus journey from Melbourne to Sydney produces an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Melbourne to Sydney?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is PopUp Express, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Melbourne to Sydney?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Greyhound Australia has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Melbourne to Sydney?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is PopUp Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. 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.

Best price found
08/01
£108
09/01
£125
Today
£125
11/01
£58
12/01
£82
13/01
£80
14/01
£59
15/01
£58
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Melbourne to Sydney was searched and found on 11 Jan 2026 with a price of £58

To 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 £58 to £125 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 £58, which is on 2026-01-11.

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.

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