Melbourne travel guide
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Looking to visit Melbourne?
NSW TrainLink offers twice-daily trains from Sydney to Melbourne, making travel easy and convenient.
So sit back, relax, take some time to yourself, enjoy the view and let NSW TrainLink take you there.
Things to do in Melbourne
Melbourne is a vibrant and cosmopolitan city, renowned for its dining and shopping options. From boutiques and department stores to the famous Queen Victoria Markets, there's something for everyone.
Melbourne offers a thriving arts and entertainment scene, with festivals, sporting events, theatres, galleries, and a music scene that's second to none. Melbourne is also a sports capital, hosting events like the Australian Open Tennis, AFL Grand Final, and Melbourne Cup, to name just a few.
Find out more about Melbourne at visitvictoria.com.
Getting to Melbourne
The Melbourne XPT train runs from Sydney to Melbourne twice daily, once in the morning and once at night.
Book online with NSW TrainLink website to get the best value fares.
Online booking is quick, easy and secure.
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Getting to and from the Airport
Skybus services run between Melbourne Airport at Tullamarine and Southern Cross (Melbourne) Station, where NSW TrainLink services arrive and depart.
Getting around Melbourne
Melbourne is easy to navigate with its buses, trams, taxis, and hire car services. Day trips to the Blue Dandenong Ranges, Great Ocean Road, and Phillip Island are also available.
For local public transport options, visit the Public Transport Victoria website.