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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Creswick is to train which costs $7 - $10 and takes 1h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Creswick is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Creswick?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southern Cross Station station and arriving at Creswick Station station. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Creswick?

The distance between Melbourne and Creswick is 132 km. The road distance is 115.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Creswick without a car is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs $7 - $10.

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

The train from Southern Cross Station to Creswick Station takes 1h 44m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Creswick train from?

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

Where does the Melbourne to Creswick train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Creswick?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Creswick is 116 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Melbourne to Creswick.

Where can I stay near Creswick?

There are 591+ hotels available in Creswick.

Melbourne to Creswick - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

There are 3 ways to get from Melbourne to Creswick by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Creswick StationBallarat
1h 44m
$7–10
Drive 115.7 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Creswick115.7 km
1h 23m
$22–32
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Creswick115.7 km
1h 23m
$210–250

Melbourne to Creswick by train

2Weekly Trains

1h 44mAverage Duration

$7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 131.9 km
Duration: 1h 44m

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

V/Line operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Creswick Station twice a week. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 1h 44m.

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