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

The cheapest way to get from Geelong to Carlton is to train which costs $13 - $16 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geelong to Carlton is to drive which takes 57 min and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Geelong and Carlton?

No, there is no direct bus from Geelong station to Carlton. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station/Railway Tce and arriving at Lygon St/Grattan St via Footscray Station/Irving St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Geelong and Carlton?

No, there is no direct train from Geelong station to Carlton station. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station and arriving at Parkville Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Geelong to Carlton?

The distance between Geelong and Carlton is 80 km. The road distance is 73.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Geelong to Carlton without a car is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs $13 - $16.

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

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from Geelong to Carlton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geelong to Carlton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Geelong to Carlton train from?

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

Train or bus from Geelong to Carlton?

The best way to get from Geelong to Carlton is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs $13 - $16. Alternatively, you can bus and line 402 bus, which costs $6 - $20 and takes 1h 34m.

Where does the Geelong to Carlton bus arrive?

Geelong to Carlton bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Footscray Station/Irving St.

Where does the Geelong to Carlton train arrive?

Geelong to Carlton train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Footscray Station.

Can I drive from Geelong to Carlton?

Yes, the driving distance between Geelong to Carlton is 74 km. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Geelong to Carlton.

Where can I stay near Carlton?

There are 5367+ hotels available in Carlton.

Geelong to Carlton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 402 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Geelong to Carlton by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Footscray Stationtrain Geelong
1h 7m
$13–15
Bus, line 402 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Footscray Station/Irving Stbus Geelong
2. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Lygon St/Grattan Stbus 402
1h 34m
$6–19
Drive 73.9 km
1. Drive from Geelong to Carltoncar 73.9 km
57 min
$14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Geelong to Carltontaxi 73.9 km
57 min
$150–180

Geelong to Carlton by train

400Weekly Trains

1h 7mAverage Duration

$13Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 80.3 km
Duration: 1h 7m

What companies run services between Geelong, VIC, Australia and Carlton, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Geelong Station to Footscray Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Lygon St/Grattan St via Footscray Station/Irving St in around 1h 34m.

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