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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Brisbane to Melbourne from various bus operators like Greyhound Australia for the next days.
today
from $279
tomorrow
from $279
Monday
from $281
Tuesday
from $280
Wednesday
from $278
Thursday
from $280
Friday
from $280

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound Australia
    39h 30m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Brisbane
    Transit Centre
    5:30 AM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $279
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brisbane to Melbourne via Sydney, you can save more than $143? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • 12Go Asia
      39h 30m
      0
      2:00 PM
      Brisbane
      Transit Centre
      7:00 AM
      Sydney
      Central Bus Station
      0
      12Go Asia
      Economy
      $53
      • Waiting Time 10h 30m
    • 12Go Asia
      12h 0m
      0
      5:30 PM
      Sydney
      Central Bus Station
      5:30 AM
      Melbourne
      Duncans Rd, Werribee
      0
      12Go Asia
      Economy
      $84
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $143

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound Australia
    39h 30m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Brisbane
    Transit Centre
    5:30 AM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $279
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brisbane to Melbourne via Sydney, you can save more than $143? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • 12Go Asia
      39h 30m
      0
      2:00 PM
      Brisbane
      Transit Centre
      7:00 AM
      Sydney
      Central Bus Station
      0
      12Go Asia
      Economy
      $53
      • Waiting Time 10h 30m
    • 12Go Asia
      12h 0m
      0
      5:30 PM
      Sydney
      Central Bus Station
      5:30 AM
      Melbourne
      Duncans Rd, Werribee
      0
      12Go Asia
      Economy
      $84
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $143

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound Australia
    39h 30m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Brisbane
    Transit Centre
    5:30 AM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $281
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brisbane to Melbourne via Sydney, you can save more than $145? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • 12Go Asia
      39h 30m
      0
      2:00 PM
      Brisbane
      Transit Centre
      7:00 AM
      Sydney
      Central Bus Station
      0
      12Go Asia
      Economy
      $53
      • Waiting Time 10h 30m
    • 12Go Asia
      12h 0m
      0
      5:30 PM
      Sydney
      Central Bus Station
      5:30 AM
      Melbourne
      Duncans Rd, Werribee
      0
      12Go Asia
      Economy
      $84
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $145

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound Australia
    39h 30m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Brisbane
    Transit Centre
    5:30 AM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $280
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brisbane to Melbourne via Sydney, you can save more than $144? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • 12Go Asia
      39h 30m
      0
      2:00 PM
      Brisbane
      Transit Centre
      7:00 AM
      Sydney
      Central Bus Station
      0
      12Go Asia
      Economy
      $53
      • Waiting Time 10h 30m
    • 12Go Asia
      12h 0m
      0
      5:30 PM
      Sydney
      Central Bus Station
      5:30 AM
      Melbourne
      Duncans Rd, Werribee
      0
      12Go Asia
      Economy
      $84
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $144

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound Australia
    39h 30m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Brisbane
    Transit Centre
    5:30 AM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $278
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brisbane to Melbourne via Sydney, you can save more than $142? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • 12Go Asia
      39h 30m
      0
      2:00 PM
      Brisbane
      Transit Centre
      7:00 AM
      Sydney
      Central Bus Station
      0
      12Go Asia
      Economy
      $53
      • Waiting Time 10h 30m
    • 12Go Asia
      12h 0m
      0
      5:30 PM
      Sydney
      Central Bus Station
      5:30 AM
      Melbourne
      Duncans Rd, Werribee
      0
      12Go Asia
      Economy
      $84
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $142

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound Australia
    39h 30m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Brisbane
    Transit Centre
    5:30 AM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $280
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brisbane to Melbourne via Sydney, you can save more than $144? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • 12Go Asia
      39h 30m
      0
      2:00 PM
      Brisbane
      Transit Centre
      7:00 AM
      Sydney
      Central Bus Station
      0
      12Go Asia
      Economy
      $53
      • Waiting Time 10h 30m
    • 12Go Asia
      12h 0m
      0
      5:30 PM
      Sydney
      Central Bus Station
      5:30 AM
      Melbourne
      Duncans Rd, Werribee
      0
      12Go Asia
      Economy
      $84
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $144

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound Australia
    39h 30m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Brisbane
    Transit Centre
    5:30 AM
    Melbourne
    Southern Cross Station
    0
    Greyhound Australia
    Economy
    $280
  • Did you know that if you travel from Brisbane to Melbourne via Sydney, you can save more than $144? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • 12Go Asia
      39h 30m
      0
      2:00 PM
      Brisbane
      Transit Centre
      7:00 AM
      Sydney
      Central Bus Station
      0
      12Go Asia
      Economy
      $53
      • Waiting Time 10h 30m
    • 12Go Asia
      12h 0m
      0
      5:30 PM
      Sydney
      Central Bus Station
      5:30 AM
      Melbourne
      Duncans Rd, Werribee
      0
      12Go Asia
      Economy
      $84
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $144

Facts about the bus from Brisbane to Melbourne

Compare all providers like Greyhound Australia that travel 1 times every day by bus from Brisbane to Melbourne in one click! Book your bus ticket from Brisbane to Melbourne starting from $278!

Cheapest Bus $278
Fastest Bus 39h 30m
Earliest Bus 2:00 PM
Latest Bus 2:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes 1 Ø
Distance 854.5 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound Australia

Cheapest bus connections from Brisbane to Melbourne

Every day, 1 buses from 1 bus companies leave Brisbane for Melbourne: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/21/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 06/15
Monday 06/16
Tuesday 06/17
Wednesday 06/18
Thursday 06/19
Friday 06/20
Saturday 06/21
$182
Sunday 06/22
$182
Monday 06/23
$141
Tuesday 06/24
$150
Wednesday 06/25
$139
Thursday 06/26
$140
Friday 06/27
$151
Saturday 06/28
$134
Sunday 06/29
$140
Monday 06/30
$140
Tuesday 07/01
$140
Wednesday 07/02
$151
Thursday 07/03
Friday 07/04
Saturday 07/05
$137
Sunday 07/06
$136
Monday 07/07
$140
Tuesday 07/08
$141
Wednesday 07/09
$140
Thursday 07/10
$140
Friday 07/11
$140
Saturday 07/12

How to save money travelling from Brisbane to Melbourne

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Brisbane to Melbourne in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Brisbane to Melbourne, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Brisbane to Melbourne are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Brisbane to Melbourne

These are the most booked bus companies between Brisbane to Melbourne from our users.

Greyhound Australia from Brisbane to Melbourne

Greyhound Australia

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound Australia bus route Brisbane to Melbourne:

Cheapest Price $278
Fastest Bus 39h 30m
Earliest Bus 2:00 PM
Last Bus 2:00 PM
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 6/20/2025

All bus stations and stops in Brisbane and Melbourne

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Brisbane and Melbourne.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Brisbane to Melbourne? Compare all modes of transports from Brisbane to Melbourne.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Brisbane to Melbourne

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Brisbane to Melbourne? Or which bus companies serve the route Brisbane to Melbourne? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Brisbane to Melbourne bus

How much does a Brisbane Melbourne bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $278 and takes 39h 30m to reach Melbourne. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Brisbane to Melbourne?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $278 and $281. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Melbourne.

On average, how many connections are available from Brisbane to Melbourne each day?

Every day, the Brisbane to Melbourne bus route is served by approximately 1 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Brisbane to Melbourne take?

The fastest bus from Brisbane to Melbourne is offered by Greyhound Australia and takes 39h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $279. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Brisbane to Melbourne?

The earliest bus arriving in Melbourne from Brisbane starts at 2:00 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Brisbane to Melbourne?

The latest bus trip departing from Brisbane for Melbourne starts at 2:00 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Brisbane Melbourne route?

When traveling by bus from Brisbane to Melbourne, passengers can travel with Greyhound Australia. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Brisbane and Melbourne?

You can check all the direct connections between Brisbane and Melbourne by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound Australia.

What can I take with me on the Brisbane to Melbourne bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Brisbane Melbourne bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Brisbane Melbourne bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Brisbane to Melbourne on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Brisbane to Melbourne

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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