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

The cheapest way to get from Dandenong to Colac is to train which costs $20 - $25 and takes 3h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dandenong to Colac is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct train between Dandenong and Colac?

No, there is no direct train from Dandenong station to Colac station. However, there are services departing from Yarraman Station and arriving at Colac Station via Melbourne Town Hall/Collins St #6 and Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Dandenong to Colac?

The distance between Dandenong and Colac is 182 km. The road distance is 177.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Dandenong to Colac without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs $20 - $25.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Dandenong to Colac, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dandenong to Colac bus from?

Dandenong to Colac bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Cheltenham Rd/George St station.

Where do I catch the Dandenong to Colac train from?

Dandenong to Colac train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Yarraman Station.

Train or bus from Dandenong to Colac?

The best way to get from Dandenong to Colac is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs $20 - $25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7 - $40 and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Dandenong to Colac bus arrive?

Dandenong to Colac bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd station.

Where does the Dandenong to Colac train arrive?

Dandenong to Colac train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Town Hall Station.

Can I drive from Dandenong to Colac?

Yes, the driving distance between Dandenong to Colac is 177 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Dandenong to Colac.

Where can I stay near Colac?

There are 21+ hotels available in Colac.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Dandenong and Colac?

No, there is no direct bus from Dandenong to Colac station. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Rd/George St and arriving at Colac Station/Gellibrand St via The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd, Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Waurn Ponds Station/Sugargum Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

There are 3 ways to get from Dandenong to Colac by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Yarraman Station to Town Hall Stationtrain Cranbourne / ...
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Colac Stationtrain Geelong
3h 53m
$20–24
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cheltenham Rd/George St to The Pines SC/Reynolds Rdbus 901
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Waurn Ponds Station/Sugargum Drbus
3. Take the bus from Waurn Ponds Station/Sugargum Dr to Colac Station/Gellibrand Stbus
6h 57m
$8–37
Drive 177.1 km
1. Drive from Dandenong to Colaccar 177.1 km
2h 12m
$32–46

Dandenong to Colac by train and tram

35Weekly Services

3h 53mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 181.8 km
Duration: 3h 53m

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

You can take a train from Yarraman Station to Colac Station via Town Hall Station, Melbourne Town Hall/Collins St #6, Southern Cross Station/Collins St #D14, and Southern Cross Station in around 3h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cheltenham Rd/George St to Colac Station/Gellibrand St via The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd, King St/Lonsdale St, Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, and Waurn Ponds Station/Sugargum Dr in around 6h 57m.

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