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

The cheapest way to get from Colac to Penola is to train and bus which costs $35 - $75 and takes 7h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colac to Penola is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Colac and Penola?

No, there is no direct bus from Colac station to Penola. However, there are services departing from Colac Station/Gellibrand St and arriving at Penola via Warrnambool Station/Merri St and Mount Gambier. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

How far is it from Colac to Penola?

The distance between Colac and Penola is 438 km. The road distance is 293.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Colac to Penola without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 36m and costs $35 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 7h 36m to get from Colac to Penola, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colac to Penola bus from?

Colac to Penola bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Colac Station/Gellibrand St.

Where does the Colac to Penola bus arrive?

Colac to Penola bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Warrnambool Station/Merri St.

What is the time difference between Colac and Penola?

Penola is 30 min behind Colac. It is currently 10:58 AM in Colac and 10:28 AM in Penola.

Can I drive from Colac to Penola?

Yes, the driving distance between Colac to Penola is 294 km. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Colac to Penola.

Where can I stay near Penola?

There are 26+ hotels available in Penola.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Colac to Penola 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Colac Station to Warrnambool Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Warrnambool Station/Merri St to Tourist Information Centre/Jubilee Hwy Eastbus
3. Take the bus from Mount Gambier to Penolabus
7h 36m
$35–73
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colac Station/Gellibrand St to Warrnambool Station/Merri Stbus
2. Take the bus from Warrnambool Station/Merri St to Tourist Information Centre/Jubilee Hwy Eastbus
3. Take the bus from Mount Gambier to Penolabus
7h 47m
$30–79
Drive 293.8 km
1. Drive from Colac to Penolacar 293.8 km
3h 29m
$54–77

Colac to Penola by train and bus

5Weekly Services

7h 36mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 437.6 km
Duration: 7h 36m

What companies run services between Colac, VIC, Australia and Penola, SA, Australia?

You can take a bus from Colac Station/Gellibrand St to Penola via Warrnambool Station/Merri St, Tourist Information Centre/Jubilee Hwy East, and Mount Gambier in around 7h 47m.

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