How far is Melbourne from Canberra by coach?

The journey from Canberra to Melbourne by coach covers an approximate distance of 290 miles (467 km).

Is there a way to reach Melbourne from Canberra without flying?

You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Bus Canberra to Melbourne from £61 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Canberra to Melbourne on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	21:30	Canberra	8h	05:30	Southern Cross	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Canberra to Melbourne on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	21:30	Canberra	8h	05:30	Southern Cross	CheapestFastest
	Bus	21:30	Canberra	8h	05:30	Southern Cross	No tags

Next departures from Canberra to Melbourne on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	21:30	Canberra	8h	05:30	Southern Cross	CheapestFastest
	Bus	21:30	Canberra	8h	05:30	Southern Cross	No tags

Next departures from Canberra to Melbourne on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:30	Canberra	8h	05:30	Southern Cross	CheapestFastest
Bus	21:30	Canberra	8h	05:30	Southern Cross	No tags
Bus	21:30	Canberra	8h	05:30	Southern Cross	No tags

Next departures from Canberra to Melbourne on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	21:30	Canberra	8h	05:30	Southern Cross	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Canberra to Melbourne on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	21:30	Canberra	8h	05:30	Southern Cross	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:36 AEDT.

Get from Canberra to Melbourne

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours, and with fares starting at just £64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

8hAverage duration

291 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Greyhound Australia

4/52,351 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.8

According to customer reviews, the service provided by this company is generally positive. Many customers mention that their journey was pleasant, although some suggest that the seats could be more comfortable. Additionally, there are positive comments about the smooth and friendly ride offered by the company, with a recommendation for others to use their services. However, it's worth noting that a few customers mentioned feeling chilly during certain parts of their trip.

Greyhound Australia Canberra Melbourne recent customer reviews

My experience with Greyhound was great and relaxing as the driver was very attentive and was a smooth driving where i didn’t feel the exhaustion of long distance travelling ….. Highly recommended company 👌👌👌👌👌

Sainaaz Sabnam Begum P.

24 February 2025

Super smooth and friendly ride! Highly recommend (it just sometimes chilly)

Valerie B.

16 October 2022

It was a pleasant journey. Seat could be more comfortable.

Md Kabirul I.

15 September 2022

AU Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Canberra and Melbourne?

Stops in Canberra

A - Canberra Civic Coach Stop

Stops in Melbourne

A - Melbourne Airport

B - Cheltenham - Southland Shopping Centre

C - St Kilda - Habitat HQ

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Canberra to Melbourne

How far is Melbourne from Canberra by coach?
The journey from Canberra to Melbourne by coach covers an approximate distance of 290 miles (467 km).
Is there a way to reach Melbourne from Canberra without flying?
You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

14/11

£107

15/11

£75

Today

£92

17/11

£70

18/11

£70

19/11

£67

20/11

£77

21/11

£92

The cheapest trip from Canberra to Melbourne was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of £67

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Canberra to Melbourne as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £67 to £107 for a bus ticket from Canberra to Melbourne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £67, which is on 2025-11-19.