Customers have expressed overall satisfaction with the service, although there were some negative experiences. The main issues mentioned include encountering cockroaches on the bus and experiencing a breakdown in an inconvenient location, resulting in lost belongings.
Greyhound Australia Sydney Melbourne recent customer reviews
I couldn’t board the bus to Melbourne because of technical difficulties in public transport , I arrived 3 minutes late at the stop. I tried to call beforehand to let the bus know that i would be arriving just a bit late but there was no customer service available! I couldn’t do anything…
1 out of 5 stars
Siam H.
We travelled on 15th January from Sydney to Melbourne. The journey was disastrous. We broke down 2 hours after leaving due to a problem with the coolant. After a stop of about 1 hour, no tow truck came to help us. So the driver left again with the light still on and saying to stop. After more than 10 stops on the side of the road without knowing the reason, we drove for 10 hours with a dangerous light on. The driver put our lives in danger. The journey was therefore catastrophic, we are very disappointed with the journey and are asking for compensation given that we arrived 5 hours late!
1 out of 5 stars
Chloé B.
Only plus of this journey was the driver, who kept trying to fix a leaking coolant hose. There was no help from the bus operator in terms of sending a mechanic or an alternate bus. Stranded in a almost no network and middle of nowhere highway for almost 3 hrs, waiting in vain for the assistance.
Based on 4 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the departure location but often complained with the seats. PopUp Express ticket prices on this trip start at $120
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sydney to Melbourne by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Sydney to Melbourne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sydney to Melbourne start from $120. The average price for this route is around $159. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Sydney to Melbourne?
The average bus travel time from Sydney to Melbourne is 11h 40m, covering a distance of 708 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h and is operated by PopUp Express.
Which bus companies service the Sydney to Melbourne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound Australia, PopUp Express.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Sydney to Melbourne?
The earliest bus departs from Sydney to Melbourne at 5:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sydney to Melbourne?
A bus trip from Sydney to Melbourne generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Sydney to Melbourne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound Australia, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 2384 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sydney to Melbourne?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Greyhound Australia has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Sydney to Melbourne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Greyhound Australia, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sydney to Melbourne?
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.
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$164
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$196
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$230
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$146
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$160
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$140
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$145
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$154
The cheapest trip from Sydney to Melbourne was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $140
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sydney to Melbourne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $140 to $230 for a bus ticket from Sydney to Melbourne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $140 which is on 2025-12-15.
The cheapest trip from Sydney to Melbourne was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $140
