What is the cheapest way to get from Carlton to Colac?

The cheapest way to get from Carlton to Colac is to train which costs $12 - $16 and takes 3h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlton to Colac?

The fastest way to get from Carlton to Colac is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Carlton and Colac?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlton to Colac station. However, there are services departing from Lygon St/Grattan St and arriving at Colac Station/Gellibrand St via Footscray Station/Irving St and Geelong Station/Railway Tce. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Carlton and Colac?

No, there is no direct train from Carlton station to Colac station. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Central Station and arriving at Colac Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Carlton to Colac?

The distance between Carlton and Colac is 155 km. The road distance is 149.7 km.

How do I travel from Carlton to Colac without a car?

The best way to get from Carlton to Colac without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs $12 - $16.

How long does it take to get from Carlton to Colac?

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Carlton to Colac, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlton to Colac bus from?

Carlton to Colac bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Footscray Station/Irving St.

Where do I catch the Carlton to Colac train from?

Carlton to Colac train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train or bus from Carlton to Colac?

The best way to get from Carlton to Colac is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs $12 - $16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $35 and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Carlton to Colac bus arrive?

Carlton to Colac bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Geelong Station/Railway Tce.

Where does the Carlton to Colac train arrive?

Carlton to Colac train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Colac Station.

Can I drive from Carlton to Colac?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlton to Colac is 150 km. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Carlton to Colac.

Where can I stay near Colac?

There are 20+ hotels available in Colac.

Carlton to Colac - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Carlton to Colac by 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Colac StationGeelong
3h 9m
$12–15
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Geelong Station/Railway TceGeelong
2. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Colac Station/Gellibrand StGeelong
4h 52m
$6–33
Drive 149.7 km
1. Drive from Carlton to Colac149.7 km
1h 50m
$29–41

Carlton to Colac by train

35Weekly Trains

3h 9mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Carlton to Colac.

Launch map view

Distance: 154.6 km
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Carlton, VIC, Australia and Colac, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Colac Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lygon St/Grattan St to Colac Station/Gellibrand St via Footscray Station/Irving St and Geelong Station/Railway Tce in around 4h 52m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Australia

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.