What is the cheapest way to get from Geelong Waterfront to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Geelong Waterfront to Melbourne is to train which costs $7 - $10 and takes 1h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Geelong Waterfront to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Geelong Waterfront to Melbourne is to drive which takes 56 min and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Geelong Waterfront and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Geelong Station/Railway Tce station and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 6m.

Is there a direct ferry between Geelong Waterfront and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Geelong and arriving at Melbourne Docklands. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Geelong Waterfront and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Geelong Station station and arriving at Southern Cross Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Geelong Waterfront to Melbourne?

The distance between Geelong Waterfront and Melbourne is 81 km. The road distance is 72.9 km.

How do I travel from Geelong Waterfront to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Geelong Waterfront to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs $7 - $10.

How long does it take to get from Geelong Waterfront to Melbourne?

The train from Geelong Station to Southern Cross Station takes 1h 5m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Geelong Waterfront to Melbourne bus from?

Geelong Waterfront to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Geelong Station/Railway Tce.

Where do I catch the Geelong Waterfront to Melbourne train from?

Geelong Waterfront to Melbourne train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Geelong Station.

Train or bus from Geelong Waterfront to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Geelong Waterfront to Melbourne is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs $7 - $10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1 - $15 and takes 1h 16m.

Where does the Geelong Waterfront to Melbourne bus arrive?

Geelong Waterfront to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where does the Geelong Waterfront to Melbourne train arrive?

Geelong Waterfront to Melbourne train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Geelong Waterfront to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Geelong Waterfront to Melbourne is 73 km. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Geelong Waterfront to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5198+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Geelong Waterfront to Melbourne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and ferry

There are 5 ways to get from Geelong Waterfront to Melbourne by train, bus, ferry, car, or taxi

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 Geelong Station to Southern Cross StationGeelong
1h 15m
$7–10
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer StGeelong
1h 16m
$1–15
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Geelong to Melbourne DocklandsGeelong to Docklands
2h 11m
$18
Drive 72.9 km
1. Drive from Geelong Waterfront to Melbourne72.9 km
56 min
$14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Geelong Waterfront to Melbourne72.9 km
56 min
$140–180

Geelong Waterfront to Melbourne by foot and train

400Weekly Services

1h 15mAverage Duration

$7Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Geelong Waterfront to Melbourne.

Launch map view

Distance: 81.1 km
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Geelong Waterfront, VIC, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Geelong Station to Southern Cross Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St twice daily. Tickets cost $1–15 and the journey takes 1h 6m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Ferry operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around Australia

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.