What is the cheapest way to get from Buchan to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Buchan to Melbourne is to bus and train which costs $14 - $19 and takes 6h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Buchan to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Buchan to Melbourne is to drive which takes 4h 18m and costs $65 - $95.

Is there a direct bus between Buchan and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Buchan to Melbourne station. However, there are services departing from Buchan - Orbost Rd/Buchan Rd and arriving at Flinder St Station/Flinders St via Bairnsdale and Traralgon Station/Princes St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

How far is it from Buchan to Melbourne?

The distance between Buchan and Melbourne is 368 km. The road distance is 355.9 km.

How do I travel from Buchan to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Buchan to Melbourne without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 40m and costs $14 - $19.

How long does it take to get from Buchan to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Buchan to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Buchan to Melbourne bus from?

Buchan to Melbourne bus services, operated by Regional Transit, depart from Buchan - Orbost Rd/Buchan Rd station.

Where does the Buchan to Melbourne bus arrive?

Buchan to Melbourne bus services, operated by Regional Transit, arrive at Bairnsdale station.

Can I drive from Buchan to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Buchan to Melbourne is 356 km. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Buchan to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5362+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Buchan to Melbourne - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Buchan to Melbourne by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Buchan - Orbost Rd/Buchan Rd to Bairnsdalebus 12
2. Take the train from Bairnsdale Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Traralgon
6h 40m
$14–19
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchan - Orbost Rd/Buchan Rd to Bairnsdalebus 12
2. Take the bus from Bairnsdale to Traralgon Station/Princes Stbus
3. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Flinder St Station/Flinders Stbus
8h 6m
$9–44
Drive 355.9 km
1. Drive from Buchan to Melbournecar 355.9 km
4h 18m
$65–94

Buchan to Melbourne by bus and train

2Weekly Services

6h 40mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Buchan to Melbourne.

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Distance: 368.3 km
Duration: 6h 40m

What companies run services between Buchan, VIC, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Buchan - Orbost Rd/Buchan Rd to Flinder St Station/Flinders St via Bairnsdale and Traralgon Station/Princes St in around 8h 6m.

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