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

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Geelong is to bus which costs $75 - $150 and takes 9h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Geelong is to fly and shuttle which takes 4h 20m and costs $160 - $430.

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Geelong?

No, there is no direct bus from Canberra to Geelong station. However, there are services departing from Canberra and arriving at Geelong Station/Railway Tce via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 33m.

How far is it from Canberra to Geelong?

The distance between Canberra and Geelong is 549 km. The road distance is 715.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Canberra to Geelong without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 7m and costs $80 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Canberra to Geelong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Geelong bus from?

Canberra to Geelong bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Canberra station.

Bus or fly from Canberra to Geelong?

The best way to get from Canberra to Geelong is to fly which takes 5h 10m and costs $270 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $150 and takes 9h 33m.

Where does the Canberra to Geelong bus arrive?

Canberra to Geelong bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Can I drive from Canberra to Geelong?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Geelong is 716 km. It takes approximately 7h 38m to drive from Canberra to Geelong.

Where can I stay near Geelong?

There are 895+ hotels available in Geelong.

Canberra to Geelong - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 8 ways to get from Canberra to Geelong by plane, bus, train, car, or shuttle

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

Fly Canberra International Airport to Avalon Airport
best
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane CBR - AVV
5h 10m
$278–825
Bus, train via Albury
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Alburybus
2. Take the train from Albury Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Geelong Stationtrain
9h 15m
$40–298
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Canberra Jolimont Tourist Centre to Melbournebus Au100-4 / ...
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Geelong Stationtrain Geelong
9h 7m
$85–142
Drive 715.9 km
1. Drive from Canberra to Geelongcar 715.9 km
7h 38m
$127–184
Fly Canberra International Airport to Melbourne Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane CBR - MEL
2. Take a shuttle bus from Melbourne Airport to Geelong stationshuttle
4h 20m
$162–424
Bus to Sydney International Airport, fly to Avalon Airport
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Sydney International Airportbus
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane SYD - AVV
6h 3m
$176–573
Bus, train via Canberra
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Geelong Stationtrain Geelong
9h 15m
$111–228
Bus
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Geelong Station/Railway Tcebus Geelong
9h 33m
$75–142

Canberra to Geelong by bus and train

26Weekly Services

9h 15mAverage Duration

$40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 549 km
Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between Canberra, ACT, Australia and Geelong, VIC, Australia?

Qantas, Jetstar, and Virgin Australia fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Avalon Airport (AVV) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Canberra to Geelong Station/Railway Tce via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 9h 33m.

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