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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Thoona is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Thoona is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs $100 - $260.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Thoona?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Thoona. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Glenrowan via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Thoona?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne to Thoona station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross and arriving at Benalla Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Thoona?

The distance between Melbourne and Thoona is 229 km. The road distance is 227.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Thoona without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs $100 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Melbourne to Thoona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Thoona bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Thoona train from?

Melbourne to Thoona train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Southern Cross station.

Train or bus from Melbourne to Thoona?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Thoona is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs $100 - $260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $160 - $180 and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the Melbourne to Thoona bus arrive?

Melbourne to Thoona bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Glenrowan station.

Where does the Melbourne to Thoona train arrive?

Melbourne to Thoona train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Benalla Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Thoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Thoona is 228 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Melbourne to Thoona.

Where can I stay near Thoona?

There are 40+ hotels available in Thoona.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Benalla Stationtrain 622 / ...
2h 36m
$106–257
Drive 227.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne to Thoonacar 227.9 km
2h 46m
$41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Glenrowanbus Sydney
2h 52m
$160–179
Train via Benalla Station
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Benalla Stationtrain Seymour
2h 45m
$95–123

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Distance: 229.2 km
Duration: 2h 36m

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

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Southern Cross to Benalla Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $20–150 and the journey takes 2h 6m. Alternatively, Firefly Express operates a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Glenrowan once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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