What is the cheapest way to get from Dunkeld to Footscray?

The cheapest way to get from Dunkeld to Footscray is to bus and train which costs $9 - $28 and takes 3h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dunkeld to Footscray?

The fastest way to get from Dunkeld to Footscray is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Dunkeld and Footscray?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunkeld to Footscray station. However, there are services departing from Information Centre/Glenelg Hwy and arriving at Footscray Station/Irving St via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Dunkeld to Footscray?

The distance between Dunkeld and Footscray is 256 km. The road distance is 249.3 km.

How do I travel from Dunkeld to Footscray without a car?

The best way to get from Dunkeld to Footscray without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 37m and costs $9 - $28.

How long does it take to get from Dunkeld to Footscray?

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Dunkeld to Footscray, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunkeld to Footscray bus from?

Dunkeld to Footscray bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Information Centre/Glenelg Hwy station.

Where does the Dunkeld to Footscray bus arrive?

Dunkeld to Footscray bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St.

Can I drive from Dunkeld to Footscray?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunkeld to Footscray is 249 km. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Dunkeld to Footscray.

Where can I stay near Footscray?

There are 5284+ hotels available in Footscray.

Dunkeld to Footscray - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Dunkeld to Footscray by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Information Centre/Glenelg Hwy to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
2. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Footscray Stationtrain Ballarat
3h 37m
$9–28
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Information Centre/Glenelg Hwy to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Footscray Station/Irving Stbus Ballarat
4h 14m
$3–35
Drive 249.3 km
1. Drive from Dunkeld to Footscraycar 249.3 km
2h 58m
$45–65

Dunkeld to Footscray by bus and train

14Weekly Services

3h 37mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 255.8 km
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Dunkeld, VIC, Australia and Footscray, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Information Centre/Glenelg Hwy to Footscray Station/Irving St via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St in around 4h 14m.

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