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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Lorne is to train and bus which costs $8 - $24 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Lorne is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Lorne?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Lorne. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and arriving at Lorne Hotel/Great Ocean Rd via Geelong Station/Railway Tce. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Lorne?

The distance between Melbourne and Lorne is 151 km. The road distance is 138.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Lorne without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 39m and costs $8 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Melbourne to Lorne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Lorne bus from?

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

Where does the Melbourne to Lorne bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Lorne?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Lorne is 138 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Melbourne to Lorne.

Where can I stay near Lorne?

There are 514+ hotels available in Lorne.

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

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

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Geelong StationGeelong
2. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Lorne Visitor Centre/Great Ocean RdCoach
3h 39m
$8–23
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Geelong Station/Railway TceGeelong
2. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Lorne Hotel/Great Ocean RdCoach
3h 41m
$2–29
Drive 138.4 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Lorne138.4 km
1h 55m
$27–38

Melbourne to Lorne by train and bus

36Weekly Services

3h 39mAverage Duration

$8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 150.5 km
Duration: 3h 39m

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

You can take a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Lorne Hotel/Great Ocean Rd via Geelong Station/Railway Tce in around 3h 41m.

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