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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Southern Cross | Canberra | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:30 AM AEDT.
Get from Melbourne to Canberra
The journey takes about 8 hours, and with fares starting at just $118, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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According to multiple reviews, the service provided by the bus company is good. However, some customers have mentioned that the seats are uncomfortable for sleeping as they are slightly slippery and cause discomfort in their back. On a positive note, there were compliments regarding excellent service from the driver of a specific route (Mel-Canberra) departing at 8pm.
Greyhound Australia Melbourne Canberra recent customer reviews
The seats were uncomfortable for sleeping. The seat material is slightly slippery so your body slips down a bit while sleeping causing discomfort in your back.
Arjun R.
Friendly,courteous and professional staff member bus driver I dealt with personally who provided a great and satisfying service.
Chelsea W.
Everything was well organised. The driver left Melbourne on time and got to Canberra too on time. The journey was smooth.
Kwaku A.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Melbourne to Canberra by bus
What is the travel distance from Melbourne to Canberra?
It's about 467 km (290 miles) from Melbourne to Canberra.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Melbourne to Canberra?
Buses departing from Melbourne Airport in Melbourne will take you to Canberra Civic Coach Stop in Canberra.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Melbourne to Canberra was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $122To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Melbourne to Canberra, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $122 to $196 for a bus ticket from Melbourne to Canberra based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $122 which is on 2025-11-22.
