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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Zoo to Geelong is to train which costs $12 - $16 and takes 1h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Zoo to Geelong is to drive which takes 57 min and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Zoo and Geelong?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Zoo to Geelong station. However, there are services departing from Melrose St/Canning St and arriving at Geelong Station/Railway Tce via Footscray Station/Irving St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne Zoo and Geelong?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne Zoo station to Geelong station. However, there are services departing from Royal Park Station and arriving at Geelong Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Melbourne Zoo to Geelong?

The distance between Melbourne Zoo and Geelong is 86 km. The road distance is 72.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne Zoo to Geelong without a car is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs $12 - $16.

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

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Melbourne Zoo to Geelong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Zoo to Geelong bus from?

Melbourne Zoo to Geelong bus services, operated by Metropolitan Buses, depart from Melrose St/Canning St station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Zoo to Geelong train from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne Zoo to Geelong?

The best way to get from Melbourne Zoo to Geelong is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs $12 - $16. Alternatively, you can line 402 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the Melbourne Zoo to Geelong bus arrive?

Melbourne Zoo to Geelong bus services, operated by Metropolitan Buses, arrive at Footscray Station/Irving St.

Where does the Melbourne Zoo to Geelong train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne Zoo to Geelong?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Zoo to Geelong is 73 km. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Melbourne Zoo to Geelong.

Where can I stay near Geelong?

There are 873+ hotels available in Geelong.

Melbourne Zoo to Geelong - 4 ways to travel via train, line 402 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Melbourne Zoo to Geelong by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Geelong StationGeelong
1h 32m
$12–16
Line 402 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Melrose St/Canning St to Footscray Station/Irving St402
2. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Geelong Station/Railway TceGeelong
2h 39m
Drive 72.7 km
1. Drive from Melbourne Zoo to Geelong72.7 km
57 min
$15–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne Zoo to Geelong72.7 km
57 min
$140–180

Melbourne Zoo to Geelong by foot and train

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1h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 86.1 km
Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Melbourne Zoo, VIC, Australia and Geelong, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Geelong Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 1h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Melbourne Zoo to Geelong Station/Railway Tce via Melrose St/Canning St and Footscray Station/Irving St in around 2h 39m.

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