How to travel from Broome to Melbourne, Australia
The distance between Broome and Melbourne is around 3,131km (1,946 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 40m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Broome to Melbourne by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Melbourne → Broome if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Broome (BME) to Melbourne (MEL).
- Duration4h 40m
- Flight time3h 55m
- Typical costA$660($445)
Qantas
2 similiar routes
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Bus and Train
Take the bus to Palmerston then take the train to Adelaide Parklands and then to Southern Cross.
- Duration3 days 14h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costA$1,435($965)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Broome and Melbourne
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Broome to Melbourne by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around A$660 ($445) and will take around 4h 40m.
The distance between Broome and Melbourne is around 3,131km (1,946 miles).
It takes around 4h 40m to get from Broome and Melbourne by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2 days 1h to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Broome to Melbourne is to fly which takes around 4h 40m and will set you back approx A$660 ($445).
The cheapest way to travel between Broome and Melbourne, if you exclude driving, is to fly which will typically cost around A$660 ($445) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Broome and Melbourne. We recommend that you fly from Broome (BME) to Melbourne (MEL). instead which will take 4h 40m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Broome and Melbourne. We recommend that you fly from Broome (BME) to Melbourne (MEL). instead which will take 4h 40m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Broome and Melbourne. Flights depart from Broome (BME) and arrive at Melbourne (MEL). The flight takes around 3h 55m.
Yes there is a direct flight between Broome and Melbourne with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 3h 55m.
Qantas fly between Broome and Melbourne. Flights depart from Broome (BME) and and arrive into Melbourne (MEL). These flights usually take around 3h 55m.
The flight from Broome to Melbourne typically takes around 3h 55m. Flights depart from Broome (BME) and and arrive into Melbourne (MEL).
The closest major airport to Melbourne is Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) (MEL) which is approximately 19km (12 miles) from Melbourne. Avalon Airport (AVV) (AVV) and King Island Airport (KNS) (KNS) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Broome and Melbourne. The distance is around 4,994km (3,103 miles) by road and it will take around 2 days 1h in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Broome to Melbourne is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 40m and will usually cost around A$660 ($445).
Compare travel optionsbetween Broome and Melbourne
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 2 similar | 4h 40m | A$660($445) | every 30 mins | 3,131km (1,946 miles) |
| Fly to Melbourne Essendon Apt (MEB) | 9hrs | A$660($445) | every 30 mins | 4,789km (2,975 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 8h 25m | A$680($460) | hourly | 4,241km (2,635 miles) |
Bus and Train | 3 days 14h | A$1,435($965) | once a week | 5,737km (3,565 miles) |
Drive | 2 days 1h | A$660($445) | on demand | 4,994km (3,103 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Broome and Melbourne
Airlines
Qantas
Link Airways
Virgin Australia
Sharp Aviation
Train operators
V-Line
Great Southern Rail - The Ghan
PTV Overland
Bus companies
Airports near Melbourne
The following major airports near Melbourne offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Australia and internationally.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
- Distance
- 19km (12 miles) from Melbourne
Avalon Airport (AVV)
- Distance
- 49km (30 miles) from Melbourne
King Island Airport (KNS)
- Distance
- 248km (154 miles) from Melbourne