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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Marong is to train which costs $8 - $20 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Marong is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Marong?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Marong. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and arriving at Marong/Calder Hwy via Bendigo Station/Railway Pl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Marong?

The distance between Melbourne and Marong is 199 km. The road distance is 153 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Marong without a car is to bus which takes 3h 7m and costs $3 - $30.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Melbourne to Marong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Marong bus from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne to Marong?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Marong is to bus which takes 3h 7m and costs $3 - $30. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $8 - $20 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Melbourne to Marong bus arrive?

Melbourne to Marong bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Bendigo Station/Railway Pl.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Marong?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Marong is 153 km. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Melbourne to Marong.

Where can I stay near Marong?

There are 156+ hotels available in Marong.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Melbourne to Marong by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Bendigo Station/Railway Plbus Bendigo / ...
3h 7m
$4–30
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Bendigo Stationtrain Bendigo
3h 10m
$9–20
Drive 153 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Marongcar 153 km
1h 43m
$28–40

Melbourne to Marong by bus

7Weekly Buses

3h 7mAverage Duration

$4Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Melbourne to Marong.

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Distance: 199.1 km
Duration: 3h 7m

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

V-Line Buses operates a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Bendigo Station/Railway Pl once daily. Tickets cost $2–20 and the journey takes 1h 52m. Alternatively, V/Line operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Bendigo Station hourly. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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