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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Geelong is to train which costs $7 - $10 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Geelong is to drive which takes 55 min and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Geelong?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and arriving at Geelong Station/Railway Tce station. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.

Is there a direct ferry between Melbourne and Geelong?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Melbourne Docklands and arriving at Geelong. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Geelong?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southern Cross Station station and arriving at Geelong Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Geelong?

The distance between Melbourne and Geelong is 80 km. The road distance is 73.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Geelong without a car is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs $7 - $10.

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

The train from Southern Cross Station to Geelong Station takes 1h 3m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Geelong bus from?

Melbourne to Geelong bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Geelong train from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne to Geelong?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Geelong is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs $7 - $10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1 - $15 and takes 1h 3m.

Where does the Melbourne to Geelong bus arrive?

Melbourne to Geelong bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Geelong Station/Railway Tce.

Where does the Melbourne to Geelong train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Geelong?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Geelong is 73 km. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Melbourne to Geelong.

Where can I stay near Geelong?

There are 907+ hotels available in Geelong.

Melbourne to Geelong - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, ferry, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne to Geelong by train, bus, ferry, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Geelong Stationtrain Geelong
1h 3m
$7–10
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Geelong Station/Railway Tcebus Geelong
1h 3m
$1–15
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Melbourne Docklands to Geelongferry Docklands to Geelong
2h 10m
$23
Drive 73.1 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Geelongcar 73.1 km
55 min
$14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Geelongtaxi 73.1 km
55 min
$140–180

Melbourne to Geelong by train

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1h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 80.2 km
Duration: 1h 3m

What companies run services between Melbourne, 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, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Geelong Station/Railway Tce 3 times a week. Tickets cost $1–15 and the journey takes 1h 3m.

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