The average train between Geelong and Mernda takes 2h 18m and the fastest train takes 1h 58m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Geelong to Mernda. 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 every 30 minutes between Geelong and Mernda. The earliest departure is at 4:47 AM at night, and the last departure from Geelong is at 11:07 PM which arrives into Mernda at 5:43 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Geelong to Mernda. However, there are services departing from Geelong station and arriving at Mernda station via Southern Cross Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.
Geelong to Mernda train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Geelong Station.
Geelong to Mernda train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Mernda Station.
The distance between Geelong and Mernda is 88.6 km. The road distance is 115 km.
You can take a train from Geelong Station to Mernda Station via Southern Cross in around 2h 12m.