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

The cheapest way to get from Daylesford to Colac is to bus and train which costs $8 - $27 and takes 5h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Daylesford to Colac is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Daylesford and Colac?

No, there is no direct bus from Daylesford to Colac station. However, there are services departing from CFA/Bridport St and arriving at Colac Station/Gellibrand St via Geelong Station/Railway Tce. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from Daylesford to Colac?

The distance between Daylesford and Colac is 255 km. The road distance is 144.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Daylesford to Colac without a car is to train which takes 5h and costs $18 - $25.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Daylesford to Colac, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Daylesford to Colac bus from?

Daylesford to Colac bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from CFA/Bridport St station.

Train or bus from Daylesford to Colac?

The best way to get from Daylesford to Colac is to train which takes 5h and costs $18 - $25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2 - $35 and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Daylesford to Colac bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Daylesford to Colac?

Yes, the driving distance between Daylesford to Colac is 144 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Daylesford to Colac.

Where can I stay near Colac?

There are 21+ hotels available in Colac.

Daylesford to Colac - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Daylesford 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 Ballan Station to Footscray Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Colac Stationtrain Geelong
5h
$18–24
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from CFA/Bridport St to Geelong Station/Railway Tcebus Coach
2. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Colac Station/Gellibrand Stbus Geelong
5h 47m
$3–31
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from CFA/Bridport St to Geelong Station/Railway Tcebus Coach
2. Take the train from Geelong Station to Colac Stationtrain Geelong
5h 22m
$9–27
Drive 144.3 km
1. Drive from Daylesford to Colaccar 144.3 km
1h 55m
$28–40

Daylesford to Colac by bus and train

5Weekly Services

5hAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Daylesford to Colac.

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Distance: 254.8 km
Duration: 5h

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

You can take a bus from CFA/Bridport St to Colac Station via Ballan Station/Atkinson St, Ballan Station, and Footscray Station in around 5h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from CFA/Bridport St to Colac Station/Gellibrand St via Geelong Station/Railway Tce in around 5h 47m.

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