What is the cheapest way to get from Cockatoo to Hamilton?

The cheapest way to get from Cockatoo to Hamilton is to train and bus via Ararat which costs $20 - $40 and takes 8h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cockatoo to Hamilton?

The fastest way to get from Cockatoo to Hamilton is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs $65 - $100.

How far is it from Cockatoo to Hamilton?

The distance between Cockatoo and Hamilton is 411 km. The road distance is 346.5 km.

How do I travel from Cockatoo to Hamilton without a car?

The best way to get from Cockatoo to Hamilton without a car is to train and bus via Ararat which takes 8h 55m and costs $20 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Cockatoo to Hamilton?

It takes approximately 8h 55m to get from Cockatoo to Hamilton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cockatoo to Hamilton bus from?

Cockatoo to Hamilton bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Cockatoo to Hamilton bus arrive?

Cockatoo to Hamilton bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Ararat station.

Can I drive from Cockatoo to Hamilton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cockatoo to Hamilton is 346 km. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Cockatoo to Hamilton.

Where can I stay near Hamilton?

There are 22+ hotels available in Hamilton.

Cockatoo to Hamilton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Cockatoo and Hamilton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cockatoo to Hamilton station. However, there are services departing from Woori Yallock Rd/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd and arriving at Hamilton Station/Station St via Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd, Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy, Box Hill Bus Station/Station St, Southern Cross Coach Terminal and Ararat. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 22m.

There are 4 ways to get from Cockatoo to Hamilton by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus via Ararat
best
1. Take the train from Belgrave Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ararat Station
3. Take the bus from Ararat to Hamilton Station/Station St
8h 55m
$20–39
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Belgrave Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Warrnambool Station
3. Take the bus from Warrnambool Station/Merri St to Hamilton Station/Station St
9h 13m
$19–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Ararat stationAdelaide
2. Take the bus from Ararat to Hamilton Station/Station StCoach
11h 22m
$101–121
Drive 346.5 km
1. Drive from Cockatoo to Hamilton346.5 km
4h 22m
$69–99

Cockatoo to Hamilton by bus and train

3Weekly Services

8h 55mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 410.9 km
Duration: 8h 55m

What companies run services between Cockatoo, VIC, Australia and Hamilton, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Woori Yallock Rd/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd to Hamilton Station/Station St via Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd, Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy, Box Hill Bus Station/Station St, King St/Lonsdale St, Southern Cross Coach Terminal, and Ararat in around 11h 22m.

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