What is the cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Colac?

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Colac is to bus and train which costs $8 - $26 and takes 3h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hamilton to Colac?

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Colac is to drive which takes 2h and costs $30 - $50.

How far is it from Hamilton to Colac?

The distance between Hamilton and Colac is 218 km. The road distance is 168.4 km.

How do I travel from Hamilton to Colac without a car?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Colac without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 47m and costs $8 - $26.

How long does it take to get from Hamilton to Colac?

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Hamilton to Colac, including transfers.

Can I drive from Hamilton to Colac?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Colac is 168 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Hamilton to Colac.

Where can I stay near Colac?

There are 21+ hotels available in Colac.

Hamilton to Colac - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Hamilton to Colac by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Hamilton Station/Station St to Warrnambool Station/Merri StCoach
2. Take the train from Warrnambool Station to Colac StationGeelong
3h 47m
$8–25
Drive 168.4 km
1. Drive from Hamilton to Colac168.4 km
2h
$33–47
Bus, train via Camperdown
1. Take the bus from Hamilton Station/Station St to Warrnambool Station/Merri St
2. Take the bus from Warrnambool Station/Merri St to Camperdown Station/Longmore St
3. Take the train from Camperdown Station to Colac Station
4h 48m
$9–38

Hamilton to Colac by bus and train

10Weekly Services

3h 47mAverage Duration

$8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 217.7 km
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Hamilton, VIC, Australia and Colac, VIC, Australia?

There is no direct connection from Hamilton to Colac. However, you can take the bus to Warrnambool Station/Merri St, walk to Warrnambool Station, then take the train to Colac Station. Alternatively, you can drive from Hamilton to Colac in around 2h.

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