What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Griffiths Island?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Griffiths Island is to train which costs $9 - $23 and takes 5h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Griffiths Island?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Griffiths Island is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Griffiths Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Griffiths Island. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and arriving at Port Fairy Visitor Centre/Bank St via Ararat. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Griffiths Island?

The distance between Melbourne and Griffiths Island is 301 km. The road distance is 283 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Griffiths Island without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Griffiths Island without a car is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs $9 - $23.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Griffiths Island?

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Melbourne to Griffiths Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Griffiths Island bus from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne to Griffiths Island?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Griffiths Island is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs $9 - $23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $50 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Melbourne to Griffiths Island bus arrive?

Melbourne to Griffiths Island bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Ararat Station/High St.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Griffiths Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Griffiths Island is 283 km. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Melbourne to Griffiths Island.

Where can I stay near Griffiths Island?

There are 383+ hotels available in Griffiths Island.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Warrnambool Stationtrain Geelong
5h 2m
$9–23
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Ararat Station/High Stbus Ballarat
2. Take the bus from Ararat to Port Fairy Visitor Centre/Bank Stbus Coach
6h 48m
$6–47
Drive 283 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Griffiths Islandcar 283 km
3h 23m
$51–74

Melbourne to Griffiths Island by train and bus

27Weekly Services

5h 2mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Melbourne to Griffiths Island.

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Distance: 301.2 km
Duration: 5h 2m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Griffiths Island, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Warrnambool Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $8–11 and the journey takes 3h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Port Fairy Visitor Centre/Bank St via Ararat in around 6h 48m.

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