The average train between Carlton and Colac takes 2h 8m and the fastest train takes 2h. The train service runs several times per day from Carlton to Colac. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Carlton and Colac. The earliest departure is at 7:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlton is at 7:18 PM which arrives into Colac at 9:18 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Carlton to Colac. However, there are services departing from Carlton station and arriving at Colac station via Colac Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.
Carlton to Colac train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Footscray Station.
Carlton to Colac train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Colac Station.
The distance between Carlton and Colac is 135 km. The road distance is 153 km.
V/Line operates a train from Footscray Station to Colac Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 1h 53m.