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

The cheapest way to get from Marong to Melbourne is to train which costs $7 - $20 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Marong to Melbourne is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Marong and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Marong to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Marong/Calder Hwy and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St via Bendigo Station/Railway Pl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Marong to Melbourne?

The distance between Marong and Melbourne is 177 km. The road distance is 153.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Marong to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs $7 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Marong to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Marong to Melbourne bus from?

Marong to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Bendigo Station/Railway Pl.

Train or bus from Marong to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Marong to Melbourne is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs $7 - $20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2 - $29 and takes 4h.

Where does the Marong to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Marong to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Marong to Melbourne is 153 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Marong to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5357+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Marong to Melbourne - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Marong to Melbourne by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bendigo Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Bendigo
2h 59m
$7–20
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bendigo Station/Railway Pl to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Bendigo
4h
$2–29
Drive 153.4 km
1. Drive from Marong to Melbournecar 153.4 km
1h 42m
$28–40

Marong to Melbourne by bus and train

10Weekly Services

2h 59mAverage Duration

$7Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Marong to Melbourne.

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Distance: 177.5 km
Duration: 2h 59m

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

V/Line operates a train from Bendigo Station to Southern Cross Station hourly. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Bendigo Station/Railway Pl to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St twice a week. Tickets cost $2–19 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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