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

The cheapest way to get from Maffra to Melbourne is to train which costs $8 - $21 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maffra to Melbourne is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Maffra and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Maffra to Melbourne station. However, there are services departing from Pearson St/Johnson St and arriving at Flinder St Station/Flinders St via Traralgon Station/Princes St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Maffra to Melbourne?

The distance between Maffra and Melbourne is 219 km. The road distance is 218.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Maffra to Melbourne without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 40m and costs $7 - $23.

How long does it take to get from Maffra to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Maffra to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maffra to Melbourne bus from?

Maffra to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Pearson St/Johnson St station.

Train or bus from Maffra to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Maffra to Melbourne is to bus which takes 4h 18m and costs $2 - $35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $8 - $21 and takes 4h 14m.

Where does the Maffra to Melbourne bus arrive?

Maffra to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Traralgon Station/Princes St.

Can I drive from Maffra to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Maffra to Melbourne is 218 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Maffra to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5327+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Maffra to Melbourne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Maffra to Melbourne by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Pearson St/Johnson St to Traralgon Station/Princes Stbus Traralgon
2. Take the train from Traralgon Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Traralgon
3h 40m
$8–23
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pearson St/Johnson St to Traralgon Station/Princes Stbus Traralgon
2. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Flinder St Station/Flinders Stbus Traralgon
4h 18m
$3–32
Drive 218.4 km
1. Drive from Maffra to Melbournecar 218.4 km
2h 40m
$42–60
Train
1. Take the train from Sale Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Traralgon
4h 14m
$8–21

Maffra to Melbourne by bus and train

7Weekly Services

3h 40mAverage Duration

$8Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Maffra to Melbourne.

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Distance: 219.3 km
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Maffra, VIC, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Pearson St/Johnson St to Flinder St Station/Flinders St via Traralgon Station/Princes St in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, V/Line operates a train from Sale Station to Flinders Street Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $8–11 and the journey takes 2h 54m.

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