What is the cheapest way to get from Adelaide to Geelong?

The cheapest way to get from Adelaide to Geelong is to bus via Bendigo which costs $12 - $75 and takes 15h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Adelaide to Geelong?

The fastest way to get from Adelaide to Geelong is to fly which takes 2h 59m and costs $250 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Adelaide and Geelong?

No, there is no direct bus from Adelaide to Geelong station. However, there are services departing from Adelaide and arriving at Geelong Station/Railway Tce via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Adelaide and Geelong?

No, there is no direct train from Adelaide station to Geelong station. However, there are services departing from Adelaide Station and arriving at Geelong Station via North Shore Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 28m.

How far is it from Adelaide to Geelong?

The distance between Adelaide and Geelong is 731 km. The road distance is 700.1 km.

How do I travel from Adelaide to Geelong without a car?

The best way to get from Adelaide to Geelong without a car is to train which takes 9h 28m and costs $140 - $360.

How long does it take to get from Adelaide to Geelong?

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Adelaide to Geelong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Geelong bus from?

Adelaide to Geelong bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Adelaide station.

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Geelong train from?

Adelaide to Geelong train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from Adelaide Station.

Train, bus or fly from Adelaide to Geelong?

The best way to get from Adelaide to Geelong is to train which takes 9h 28m and costs $140 - $360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $120 and takes 10h 45m, you could also fly, which costs $250 - $800 and takes 2h 59m.

Where does the Adelaide to Geelong bus arrive?

Adelaide to Geelong bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Ballarat station.

What is the time difference between Adelaide and Geelong?

Geelong is 30 min ahead of Adelaide. It is currently 10:57 PM in Adelaide and 11:27 PM in Geelong.

Where does the Adelaide to Geelong train arrive?

Adelaide to Geelong train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at North Shore Station.

Can I drive from Adelaide to Geelong?

Yes, the driving distance between Adelaide to Geelong is 700 km. It takes approximately 8h 1m to drive from Adelaide to Geelong.

Where can I stay near Geelong?

There are 896+ hotels available in Geelong.

Adelaide to Geelong - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, shuttle, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Adelaide to Geelong by plane, shuttle, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Melbourne Airport, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)ADL - MEL
2. Take a shuttle bus from Melbourne Airport to Geelong station
3h 51m
$154–404
Bus via Bendigo
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 85 Franklin St to Bendigo Station/Railway PlCoach
2. Take the bus from Bendigo Station/Railway Pl to Geelong Station/Railway TceCoach
15h 25m
$12–71
Train
1. Take the train from Adelaide Station to North Shore StationThe Overland
9h 28m
$140–356
Bus
1. Take the bus from Adelaide to BallaratMelbourne
2. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Geelong Station/Railway TceCoach
10h 45m
$96–114
Drive 700.1 km
1. Drive from Adelaide to Geelong700.1 km
8h 1m
$134–194
Fly to Avalon Airport
1. Fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Avalon Airport (AVV)ADL - AVV
2h 59m
$250–760

Adelaide to Geelong by train

2Weekly Trains

9h 28mAverage Duration

$140Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 731 km
Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Adelaide, SA, Australia and Geelong, VIC, Australia?

Journey Beyond - The Overland operates a train from Adelaide Station to North Shore Station twice a week. Tickets cost $130–350 and the journey takes 9h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Adelaide to Geelong Station/Railway Tce via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St in around 10h 45m.

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