Bus from Melbourne to Sydney: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Melbourne to Sydney on December 20
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

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:45 PM 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 $90, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
11h 30mAverage Duration
443 milesDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Melbourne to Sydney by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Melbourne to Sydney start from $90. The average price for this route is around $101. 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 ride from Melbourne to Sydney?

    The average bus trip duration from Melbourne to Sydney is 11h 30m, covering a distance of 443 miles (714 km). The quickest bus can get 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 8:40pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.

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

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

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

    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 2394 reviews.

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

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

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Melbourne to Sydney?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Greyhound Australia, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 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
12/17
$139
12/18
$116
Today
$162
12/20
$162
12/21
$162
12/22
$75
12/23
$75
12/24
$105
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Melbourne to Sydney was searched and found on Dec 23, 2025 with a price of $75

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 $75 to $162 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 $75 which is on 2025-12-23.

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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