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

The cheapest way to get from Geelong to Melbourne is to train which costs $7 - $10 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geelong to Melbourne is to drive which takes 55 min and costs $13 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Geelong 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 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 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 to Melbourne?

The distance between Geelong and Melbourne is 80 km. The road distance is 73.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Geelong to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs $7 - $10.

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

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

Where do I catch the Geelong to Melbourne train from?

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

Train or bus from Geelong to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Geelong to Melbourne is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs $7 - $10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1 - $15 and takes 1h 6m.

Where does the Geelong to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Geelong to Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Geelong to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Geelong to Melbourne is 74 km. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Geelong to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5330+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Geelong 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 5m
$7–10
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer StGeelong
1h 6m
$1–15
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Geelong to Melbourne DocklandsGeelong to Docklands
2h 10m
$23
Drive 73.6 km
1. Drive from Geelong to Melbourne73.6 km
55 min
$14–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Geelong to Melbourne73.6 km
55 min
$150–180

Geelong to Melbourne by train

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1h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 80.2 km
Duration: 1h 5m

What companies run services between Geelong, 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.

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