Adelaide to Melbourne bus with Firefly Express

Tue, Sep 15
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Adelaide to Melbourne

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 15

Cheapest price on Sep 15

€56

Average ticket price on Sep 15

€56

Fastest journey on Sep 15

9 h 50 m

Average journey duration on Sep 15

9 h 50 m

Buses on Sep 15

1

Distance

654 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Adelaide to Melbourne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Adelaide to Melbourne will cost around €56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €56.

Fast buses

On Tue, Sep 15, we found 1 buses from Adelaide to Melbourne, including 1 direct services.

On Tue, Sep 15 the direct buses cover the 654 km distance in an average of 9 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 50 m .

On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest buses will take 9 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Firefly ExpressNFE81
    7:45 PM9h50
    Adelaide, Cbd
    6:05 AMMelbourne, Spencer St (Southern Cross)
    €561One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Adelaide to Melbourne

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Adelaide to Melbourne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €49 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €49, while a train costs an average of €188.

Distance: 654 km

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€49

Average price

Cheapest

€97

Average price

€188

Average price

€91

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

10h 50m

Average total duration

10h 20m

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30m

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3h 20m

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1h 20m

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2h 0m

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11h 18m

Average total duration

10h 48m

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30m

Additional time*

8h 0m

Average total duration

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Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Adelaide to Melbourne is a bus with an average price of €49.

This is compared to other travel options from Adelaide to Melbourne:

A bus is €48 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Adelaide to Melbourne costing on average €97.

A bus is €139 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Adelaide to Melbourne costing on average €188.

The fastest way to travel from Adelaide to Melbourne is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 20m.

Other travel options to Melbourne take longer:

Bus takes on average 10h 20m.

Train takes on average 10h 48m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Adelaide and Melbourne including taking a train, bus, and flight.

Live departures

Adelaide to Melbourne bus times

The table below shows live departures for Adelaide to Melbourne buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
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Firefly ExpressNFE817:45 PM Adelaide, Cbd
9h50
6:05 AM Melbourne, Spencer St (Southern Cross)0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Adelaide to Melbourne

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Buses from Adelaide to Melbourne run on average 1 times per day, taking around 10h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €42 if you book in advance.

There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:35, the last at 20:15. The fastest bus covers the 654 km distance in 9h 50m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
654 km
Average bus duration
10h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
€42
Buses per day
1
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
9h 50m
First bus
6:35 AM
Last bus
8:15 PM
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sat
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Firefly Express from Adelaide to MelbourneYou can travel by bus between Adelaide to Melbourne with Firefly Express for as low as €42. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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Average Firefly Express Duration
9h 50m
Cheapest Firefly Express Price
€42
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FAQs: Bus from Adelaide to Melbourne

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Adelaide to Melbourne by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Melbourne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Adelaide to Melbourne can start from as little as €42 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Adelaide to Melbourne is €49; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Adelaide to Melbourne is 9h 50m to travel the 654 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Adelaide to Melbourne leaves at 6:35 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Adelaide to Melbourne leaves at 8:15 PM.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Adelaide to Melbourne with Firefly Express, Firefly Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Adelaide to Melbourne, you can count on Firefly Express, Firefly Express for the best way to get you to Melbourne. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Adelaide and Melbourne and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Melbourne from Adelaide is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 9h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Adelaide to Melbourne is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Adelaide and Melbourne including taking a train, bus, and flight.
No, the coach from Adelaide to Melbourne has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Adelaide to Melbourne.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Adelaide to Melbourne.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Adelaide to Melbourne.
No, luggage for the coach from Adelaide to Melbourne needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Adelaide to Melbourne.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Adelaide to Melbourne.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Adelaide to Melbourne.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Adelaide to Melbourne.

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