How far is Canberra from Melbourne by coach?

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

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

You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Melbourne to Canberra from £61 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Melbourne to Canberra on 13 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	22:00	Southern Cross	8h	06:00	Canberra	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Melbourne to Canberra on 14 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	22:00	Southern Cross	8h	06:00	Canberra	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Melbourne to Canberra on 15 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	22:00	Southern Cross	8h	06:00	Canberra	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Melbourne to Canberra on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	22:00	Southern Cross	8h	06:00	Canberra	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Melbourne to Canberra on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	22:00	Southern Cross	8h	06:00	Canberra	CheapestFastest
	Bus	22:00	Southern Cross	8h	06:00	Canberra	No tags

Next departures from Melbourne to Canberra on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	22:00	Southern Cross	8h	06:00	Canberra	CheapestFastest
	Bus	22:00	Southern Cross	8h	06:00	Canberra	No tags

Next departures from Melbourne to Canberra on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:00	Southern Cross	8h	06:00	Canberra	CheapestFastest
Bus	22:00	Southern Cross	8h	06:00	Canberra	No tags
Bus	22:00	Southern Cross	8h	06:00	Canberra	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 00:45 AEDT.

Get from Melbourne to Canberra

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

4/52,348 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.8

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.

3 January 2023

Friendly,courteous and professional staff member bus driver I dealt with personally who provided a great and satisfying service.

Chelsea W.

8 March 2020

Everything was well organised. The driver left Melbourne on time and got to Canberra too on time. The journey was smooth.

Kwaku A.

8 November 2019

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Where are the popular stops in Melbourne and Canberra?

Stops in Melbourne

A - Melbourne Airport

B - Cheltenham - Southland Shopping Centre

C - St Kilda - Habitat HQ

Stops in Canberra

A - Canberra Civic Coach Stop

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Melbourne to Canberra

How far is Canberra from Melbourne by coach?
The journey from Melbourne to Canberra by coach covers an approximate distance of 290 miles (467 km).
Is there a way to reach Canberra from Melbourne without flying?
You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/11

£92

12/11

£107

Today

£92

14/11

£107

15/11

£92

16/11

£106

17/11

£72

18/11

£72

The cheapest trip from Melbourne to Canberra was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of £72

To 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 £72 to £107 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 £72, which is on 2025-11-18.