What is the cheapest way to get from Geelong to Adelaide?

The cheapest way to get from Geelong to Adelaide is to train and bus which costs $18 - $70 and takes 13h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Geelong to Adelaide?

The fastest way to get from Geelong to Adelaide is to shuttle and fly which takes 3h 53m and costs $150 - $420.

Is there a direct bus between Geelong and Adelaide?

No, there is no direct bus from Geelong station to Adelaide. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station/Railway Tce and arriving at Adelaide via Deer Park Station/Mt Derrimut Rd and Deer Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Geelong and Adelaide?

No, there is no direct train from Geelong station to Adelaide station. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station and arriving at Adelaide Station via North Shore Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 27m.

How far is it from Geelong to Adelaide?

The distance between Geelong and Adelaide is 730 km. The road distance is 700 km.

How do I travel from Geelong to Adelaide without a car?

The best way to get from Geelong to Adelaide without a car is to train which takes 10h 27m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Geelong to Adelaide?

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Geelong to Adelaide, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geelong to Adelaide bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Geelong to Adelaide train from?

Geelong to Adelaide train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from North Shore Station.

Train or bus from Geelong to Adelaide?

The best way to get from Geelong to Adelaide is to train which takes 10h 27m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $120 and takes 11h 41m.

Where does the Geelong to Adelaide bus arrive?

Geelong to Adelaide bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Deer Park Station/Railway Pde.

What is the time difference between Geelong and Adelaide?

Adelaide is 30 min behind Geelong. It is currently 6:21 AM in Geelong and 5:51 AM in Adelaide.

Where does the Geelong to Adelaide train arrive?

Geelong to Adelaide train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at Adelaide Station.

Can I drive from Geelong to Adelaide?

Yes, the driving distance between Geelong to Adelaide is 700 km. It takes approximately 8h 1m to drive from Geelong to Adelaide.

Where can I stay near Adelaide?

There are 1435+ hotels available in Adelaide.

Geelong to Adelaide - 5 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Geelong to Adelaide by shuttle, plane, 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.

Shuttle, fly
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Geelong station to Melbourne Airport
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)MEL - ADL
3h 53m
$154–414
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Southern Cross StationGeelong
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to 85 Franklin StCoach
13h 59m
$18–69
Train
1. Take the train from North Shore Station to Adelaide StationThe Overland
10h 27m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Deer Park Station/Railway PdeGeelong
2. Take the bus from Deer Park to AdelaideAdelaide
11h 41m
$101–118
Drive 700 km
1. Drive from Geelong to Adelaide700 km
8h 1m
$138–199

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL) flights

179Weekly Planes

1h 27mAverage Duration

$104Cheapest Price

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Distance: 730.1 km
Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Geelong, VIC, Australia and Adelaide, SA, Australia?

Journey Beyond - The Overland operates a train from North Shore Station to Adelaide Station twice a week, and the journey takes 9h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Adelaide via Deer Park Station/Railway Pde, Deer Park Station/Mt Derrimut Rd, Ballarat Rd/Station Rd, and Deer Park in around 11h 41m.

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