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Travel Information
Compare flight and bus for Melbourne to Newcastle
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Melbourne to Newcastle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $168 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $168, while a flight costs an average of $616.
Distance: 510 miles (822 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
$168 Average price Cheapest | $616 Average price |
14h 55m Average total duration 14h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration Fastest 3h 48m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Melbourne to Newcastle:
A bus is $448 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Melbourne to Newcastle costing on average $616.
Other travel options to Newcastle take longer:
Bus takes on average 14h 25m.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Melbourne to Newcastle
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Buses from Melbourne to Newcastle run on average 1 times per day, taking around 14h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $139 but you can travel from only $64 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 12:00, the last at 12:00. The fastest bus covers the 510 miles (822 km) distance in 14h 25m.
Distance 510 miles (822 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $139 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 14h 25m |
First bus 12:00 PM |
Last bus 12:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Bus providers: Greyhound Australia from Melbourne to NewcastleYou can travel by bus between Melbourne to Newcastle with Greyhound Australia for as low as $64. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Melbourne to Newcastle
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Melbourne to Newcastle 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 Newcastle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Buses have designated spaces for wheelchairs.
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- Flexible Fare tickets can be canceled up to 15 minutes before departure for an open-dated ticket valid for 12 months.
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- Two pieces of checked baggage up to 20kg each and one carry-on up to 8kg.
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- Two extra bags allowed for $10 each
- additional items at standard freight rates.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Melbourne to Newcastle
Most Melbourne to Newcastle buses use the to Newcastle, Newcastle Interchange station pair. Use this guide to compare Melbourne and Newcastle bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Newcastle, Newcastle Interchange bus station facilities and services
Newcastle, Newcastle Interchange has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Newcastle, Newcastle Interchange: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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