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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Crowlands is to train and bus which costs $12 - $35 and takes 5h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Crowlands is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Crowlands?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Crowlands. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Crowlands Primary School/Ararat St Arnaud Rd via Ararat. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Crowlands?

The distance between Melbourne and Crowlands is 229 km. The road distance is 199.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Crowlands without a car is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs $11 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Melbourne to Crowlands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Crowlands bus from?

Melbourne to Crowlands bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Train or bus from Melbourne to Crowlands?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Crowlands is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs $11 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $105 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Melbourne to Crowlands bus arrive?

Melbourne to Crowlands bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Ararat station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Crowlands?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Crowlands is 199 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Melbourne to Crowlands.

Where can I stay near Crowlands?

There are 20+ hotels available in Crowlands.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Melbourne to Crowlands by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ararat Stationtrain Ballarat
3h 54m
$11–132
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Ararat stationbus Adelaide
4h 55m
$98–103
Drive 199.1 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Crowlandscar 199.1 km
2h 19m
$38–55
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Bacchus Marsh Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the bus from Bacchus Marsh Station to Ararat Station/High Stbus Ballarat
5h 34m
$12–32

Melbourne to Crowlands by train and bus

1Weekly Services

3h 54mAverage Duration

$11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 228.8 km
Duration: 3h 54m

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

V/Line operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Ararat Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $8–11 and the journey takes 2h 29m. Journey Beyond - The Overland also services this route twice a week. Alternatively, Firefly Express operates a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Ararat station once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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