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

The cheapest way to get from Dunkeld to Lorne is to bus via Ballarat which costs $4 - $50 and takes 7h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunkeld to Lorne is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Dunkeld and Lorne?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunkeld to Lorne. However, there are services departing from Information Centre/Glenelg Hwy and arriving at Lorne Hotel/Great Ocean Rd via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St and Geelong Station/Railway Tce. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

How far is it from Dunkeld to Lorne?

The distance between Dunkeld and Lorne is 315 km. The road distance is 209.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Dunkeld to Lorne without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 5m and costs $85 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Dunkeld to Lorne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunkeld to Lorne bus from?

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

Where does the Dunkeld to Lorne bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dunkeld to Lorne?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunkeld to Lorne is 210 km. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Dunkeld to Lorne.

Where can I stay near Lorne?

There are 516+ hotels available in Lorne.

Dunkeld to Lorne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Dunkeld to Lorne by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Information Centre/Glenelg Hwy to Warrnambool Station/Merri Stbus Coach
2. Take the train from Warrnambool Station to Birregurra Stationtrain Geelong
5h 5m
$89–122
Bus via Ballarat
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Information Centre/Glenelg Hwy to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus
2. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Geelong Station/Railway Tcebus
3. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Lorne Hotel/Great Ocean Rdbus
7h 3m
$4–47
Drive 209.8 km
1. Drive from Dunkeld to Lornecar 209.8 km
2h 45m
$40–58
Bus, train via Truganina
1. Take the bus from Information Centre/Glenelg Hwy to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus
2. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Deer Park Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Deer Park Station to Geelong Stationtrain
4. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Lorne Hotel/Great Ocean Rdbus
7h 2m
$17–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Information Centre/Glenelg Hwy to Warrnambool Station/Merri Stbus
2. Take the bus from Warrnambool Station/Merri St to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rdbus
3. Take the bus from Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd to Lorne Hotel/Great Ocean Rdbus
8h 20m
$5–48

Dunkeld to Lorne by bus and train

14Weekly Services

7h 2mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dunkeld to Lorne.

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Distance: 315.3 km
Duration: 5h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Information Centre/Glenelg Hwy to Lorne Hotel/Great Ocean Rd via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St and Geelong Station/Railway Tce in around 7h 3m.

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