Is there a direct train?

No, you must travel to Sydney Central to catch the XPT train to Melbourne.

How long is the drive?

Approximately 14 hours without stops.

Yes, Sydney motorways require electronic toll payment.

Where can I fly from?

Port Macquarie Airport is the closest major airport to Moorland.

The Pacific Highway is a major dual-carriageway and is generally very safe.

Melbourne

Flight Driving

Moorland to Melbourne

Updated: 28 May 2026

The journey from Moorland to Melbourne covers approximately 1250 kilometers via the Pacific Highway and M1. Driving takes roughly 14 hours of pure transit time, passing through Sydney and Canberra. Alternatively, you can drive to Port Macquarie Airport for a connecting flight to Melbourne Tullamarine. This route traverses diverse landscapes from coastal forests to the Victorian plains. Expect heavy traffic near Sydney and the Melbourne metropolitan fringe.

Total Distance: 1250 km driving, 1050 km air distance.

Fastest Way

Flying from Port Macquarie is the fastest, taking 4 hours total.

Cheapest Way

Driving is the cheapest for groups of two or more people.

Compare Moorland to Melbourne Routes

	Flight Connecting	Driving Direct
Duration	4 hours	14 hours
Avg Price	$180-$450	$250-$350 fuel
Operator	Qantas/Virgin Australia	Personal Vehicle
Route	Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ) to Melbourne (MEL).	Pacific Highway (A1) to M1, then M31 Hume Motorway.
Tip	Book at least three weeks in advance to secure lower fares.	Stop in Goulburn for a break at the Big Merino to avoid fatigue.

Travel Tips

Tolls
Ensure you have an E-Toll account for Sydney's M7 and M5 motorways.
Fuel
Fill up in major regional towns to avoid high prices in remote sections.
Rest
Use the Driver Reviver stations located along the Pacific Highway.
Parking
Melbourne CBD parking is expensive; use park-and-ride facilities at train stations.
Weather
Melbourne weather changes rapidly; always carry a waterproof jacket.