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What is the best way to travel from Melbourne to Brisbane?

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Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
37h 0m
$273
$290
2
Flight
2h 10m
$56
$263
158

What is the cheapest way to reach Brisbane from Melbourne?

You can get to Brisbane with just $56 by taking a Flight from Jetstar Airways, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Sunday
from $122
Monday
from $56
Tuesday
from $56
Wednesday
from $286
Thursday
from $273
Friday
from $58
Saturday
from $306

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Virgin Australia
    3h 30m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    9:30 AM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Virgin Australia
    Economy
    from $122
  • Jetstar Airways
    2h 10m
    0
    9:40 PM
    Avalon Airport
    Avalon Airport
    10:50 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Jetstar Airways
    Economy
    from $182
  • Qantas Airways
    2h 15m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    7:15 AM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Qantas Airways
    Economy
    from $218
  • Alliance Airlines
    3h 55m
    0
    11:40 AM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    2:35 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Alliance Airlines
    Economy
    from $526
  • Viva Colombia
    4h 5m
    0
    3:55 PM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    7:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Viva Colombia
    Economy
    from $526
  • Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Greyhound Australia
    37h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    11:00 AM
    Brisbane
    Roma Street Train Station
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $285
  • Greyhound Australia
    37h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    11:00 AM
    Brisbane
    Transit Centre
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $303

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Jetstar Airways
    2h 10m
    0
    9:40 PM
    Avalon Airport
    Avalon Airport
    10:50 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Jetstar Airways
    Economy
    from $56
  • Virgin Australia
    2h 10m
    0
    6:05 AM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    7:15 AM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Virgin Australia
    Economy
    from $98
  • Qantas Airways
    2h 15m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    9:35 AM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Qantas Airways
    Economy
    from $124
  • Viva Colombia
    4h 5m
    0
    5:10 PM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    8:15 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Viva Colombia
    Economy
    from $378
  • Alliance Airlines
    3h 30m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    11:25 AM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Alliance Airlines
    Economy
    from $812
  • Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound Australia
    37h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    11:00 AM
    Brisbane
    Roma Street Train Station
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $274
  • Greyhound Australia
    37h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    11:00 AM
    Brisbane
    Transit Centre
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $305

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Jetstar Airways
    2h 10m
    0
    9:40 PM
    Avalon Airport
    Avalon Airport
    10:50 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Jetstar Airways
    Economy
    from $56
  • Virgin Australia
    2h 10m
    0
    8:50 PM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    10:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Virgin Australia
    Economy
    from $95
  • Qantas Airways
    2h 15m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    7:15 AM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Qantas Airways
    Economy
    from $128
  • Alliance Airlines
    6h 55m
    0
    8:40 AM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    2:35 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Alliance Airlines
    Economy
    from $375
  • Viva Colombia
    6h 10m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    1:10 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Viva Colombia
    Economy
    from $506
  • Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound Australia
    37h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    11:00 AM
    Brisbane
    Transit Centre
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $295
  • Greyhound Australia
    37h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    11:00 AM
    Brisbane
    Roma Street Train Station
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $298

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound Australia
    37h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    11:00 AM
    Brisbane
    Roma Street Train Station
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $286
  • Greyhound Australia
    37h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    11:00 AM
    Brisbane
    Transit Centre
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $308

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Greyhound Australia
    37h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    11:00 AM
    Brisbane
    Roma Street Train Station
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $273
  • Greyhound Australia
    37h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    11:00 AM
    Brisbane
    Transit Centre
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $273

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Jetstar Airways
    2h 10m
    0
    9:40 PM
    Avalon Airport
    Avalon Airport
    10:50 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Jetstar Airways
    Economy
    from $58
  • Virgin Australia
    2h 10m
    0
    8:50 PM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    10:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Virgin Australia
    Economy
    from $96
  • Qantas Airways
    2h 20m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    11:20 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Qantas Airways
    Economy
    from $122
  • Viva Colombia
    4h 5m
    0
    2:40 PM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    5:45 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Viva Colombia
    Economy
    from $355
  • Alliance Airlines
    3h 55m
    0
    11:40 AM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    2:35 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Alliance Airlines
    Economy
    from $430
  • Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Greyhound Australia
    37h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    11:00 AM
    Brisbane
    Transit Centre
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $273
  • Greyhound Australia
    37h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    11:00 AM
    Brisbane
    Roma Street Train Station
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $285

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound Australia
    37h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    11:00 AM
    Brisbane
    Transit Centre
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $306

What are the fastest trips from Melbourne to Brisbane?

You can get to Brisbane from Melbourne in just 2h 10m with a Flight from Jetstar Airways. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Sunday
from 2h 10m
Monday
from 2h 10m
Tuesday
from 2h 10m
Wednesday
from 37h 0m
Thursday
from 37h 0m
Friday
from 2h 10m
Saturday
from 37h 0m

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Jetstar Airways
    2h 10m
    0
    9:40 PM
    Avalon Airport
    Avalon Airport
    10:50 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Jetstar Airways
    Economy
    from $182
  • Qantas Airways
    2h 15m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    7:15 AM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Qantas Airways
    Economy
    from $218
  • Virgin Australia
    3h 30m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    9:30 AM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Virgin Australia
    Economy
    from $122
  • Alliance Airlines
    3h 55m
    0
    11:40 AM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    2:35 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Alliance Airlines
    Economy
    from $526
  • Viva Colombia
    4h 5m
    0
    3:55 PM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    7:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Viva Colombia
    Economy
    from $526
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Greyhound Australia
    37h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    11:00 AM
    Brisbane
    Roma Street Train Station
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $285
  • Greyhound Australia
    37h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    11:00 AM
    Brisbane
    Transit Centre
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $303

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Jetstar Airways
    2h 10m
    0
    9:40 PM
    Avalon Airport
    Avalon Airport
    10:50 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Jetstar Airways
    Economy
    from $56
  • Virgin Australia
    2h 10m
    0
    6:05 AM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    7:15 AM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Virgin Australia
    Economy
    from $98
  • Qantas Airways
    2h 15m
    0
    8:20 AM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    9:35 AM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Qantas Airways
    Economy
    from $124
  • Alliance Airlines
    3h 30m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    11:25 AM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Alliance Airlines
    Economy
    from $812
  • Viva Colombia
    4h 5m
    0
    5:10 PM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    8:15 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Viva Colombia
    Economy
    from $378
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound Australia
    37h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    11:00 AM
    Brisbane
    Roma Street Train Station
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $274
  • Greyhound Australia
    37h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    11:00 AM
    Brisbane
    Transit Centre
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $305

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Jetstar Airways
    2h 10m
    0
    9:40 PM
    Avalon Airport
    Avalon Airport
    10:50 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Jetstar Airways
    Economy
    from $56
  • Virgin Australia
    2h 10m
    0
    8:50 PM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    10:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Virgin Australia
    Economy
    from $95
  • Qantas Airways
    2h 15m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    7:15 AM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Qantas Airways
    Economy
    from $128
  • Viva Colombia
    6h 10m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    1:10 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Viva Colombia
    Economy
    from $506
  • Alliance Airlines
    6h 55m
    0
    8:40 AM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    2:35 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Alliance Airlines
    Economy
    from $375
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound Australia
    37h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    11:00 AM
    Brisbane
    Transit Centre
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $295
  • Greyhound Australia
    37h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    11:00 AM
    Brisbane
    Roma Street Train Station
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $298

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound Australia
    37h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    11:00 AM
    Brisbane
    Roma Street Train Station
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $286
  • Greyhound Australia
    37h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    11:00 AM
    Brisbane
    Transit Centre
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $308

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Greyhound Australia
    37h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    11:00 AM
    Brisbane
    Roma Street Train Station
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $273
  • Greyhound Australia
    37h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    11:00 AM
    Brisbane
    Transit Centre
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $273

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Jetstar Airways
    2h 10m
    0
    9:40 PM
    Avalon Airport
    Avalon Airport
    10:50 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Jetstar Airways
    Economy
    from $58
  • Virgin Australia
    2h 10m
    0
    8:50 PM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    10:00 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Virgin Australia
    Economy
    from $96
  • Qantas Airways
    2h 20m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    11:20 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Qantas Airways
    Economy
    from $122
  • Alliance Airlines
    3h 55m
    0
    11:40 AM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    2:35 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Alliance Airlines
    Economy
    from $430
  • Viva Colombia
    4h 5m
    0
    2:40 PM
    Melbourne Airport
    Melbourne Airport
    5:45 PM
    Brisbane Airport
    Brisbane Airport
    0
    Viva Colombia
    Economy
    from $355
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • Greyhound Australia
    37h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    11:00 AM
    Brisbane
    Transit Centre
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $273
  • Greyhound Australia
    37h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    11:00 AM
    Brisbane
    Roma Street Train Station
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $285

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound Australia
    37h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    11:00 AM
    Brisbane
    Transit Centre
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $306
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Melbourne to Brisbane

What are the most popular stations in Melbourne and Brisbane?

In Melbourne, you will usually depart from Southern Cross Station, Campbellfield or Moorabbin Station, while in Brisbane you will be arriving at Roma Street Train Station, Queen Street or Transit Centre, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Brisbane from Melbourne? With 4 connections between 1 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Melbourne and Brisbane, you can pay as low as $56 with a Flight from Jetstar Airways.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Jetstar Airways: you will get to Brisbane in just 2h 10m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Melbourne and Brisbane are Greyhound Australia, Virgin Australia and Jetstar Airways, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Melbourne and Brisbane is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from North Melbourne or to Kelvin Grove, and look at flights from Avalon Airport, and landing at Brisbane Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Melbourne to Brisbane?

The most popular companies between Melbourne and Brisbane, are Greyhound Australia, Virgin Australia and Jetstar Airways. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Greyhound Australia

Airlines: Virgin Australia, Jetstar Airways, Qantas Airways and 2 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Melbourne to Brisbane

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Melbourne to Brisbane. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Melbourne to Brisbane

How can I reach Brisbane from Melbourne?

Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Brisbane from Melbourne.

How far is Brisbane from Melbourne?

The distance between Melbourne and Brisbane is 854.5 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Melbourne and Brisbane?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 37 kgs of CO2, a train 48 kgs, a car 234 kgs, and a flight 338 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Melbourne to Brisbane?

You can get to Brisbane with just $56 by taking a Flight from Jetstar Airways.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Brisbane?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Brisbane in just 2h 10m with a Flight from Jetstar Airways.

More routes to Melbourne and to Brisbane

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Melbourne and to Brisbane. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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