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

The cheapest way to get from Geelong to Merimbula is to train and bus which costs $19 - $50 and takes 11h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geelong to Merimbula is to shuttle and fly which takes 4h 7m and costs $240 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Geelong and Merimbula?

No, there is no direct bus from Geelong station to Merimbula. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station/Railway Tce and arriving at Park St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Traralgon Station/Princes St and Bairnsdale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 52m.

How far is it from Geelong to Merimbula?

The distance between Geelong and Merimbula is 520 km. The road distance is 649.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Geelong to Merimbula without a car is to train and bus which takes 11h 48m and costs $19 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Geelong to Merimbula, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geelong to Merimbula bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Geelong to Merimbula?

The best way to get from Geelong to Merimbula is to fly which takes 5h 22m and costs $210 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $80 and takes 12h 52m.

Where does the Geelong to Merimbula bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Geelong to Merimbula?

Yes, the driving distance between Geelong to Merimbula is 650 km. It takes approximately 7h 39m to drive from Geelong to Merimbula.

Where can I stay near Merimbula?

There are 318+ hotels available in Merimbula.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Geelong to Merimbula by plane, train, bus, car, or shuttle

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Fly from Avalon Airport
best
1. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)AVV - MIM
5h 22m
$219–908
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Traralgon Station/Princes St
3. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Bairnsdale
4. Take the bus from Bairnsdale to Park St
12h 52m
$8–79
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Bairnsdale Station
3. Take the bus from Bairnsdale to Park St
11h 48m
$19–47
Drive 649.7 km
1. Drive from Geelong to Merimbula649.7 km
7h 39m
$127–183
Shuttle to Melbourne Airport, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Geelong station to Melbourne Airport
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)MEL - MIM
4h 7m
$249–639

Geelong to Merimbula by train and bus

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11h 48mAverage Duration

$19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 520.4 km
Duration: 5h 22m

What companies run services between Geelong, VIC, Australia and Merimbula, NSW, Australia?

Jetstar, Qantas, and Regional Express fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Merimbula Airport (MIM) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Park St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Traralgon Station/Princes St, and Bairnsdale in around 12h 52m.

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