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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Warrnambool is to train which costs $8 - $11 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Warrnambool is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Warrnambool?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Warrnambool station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and arriving at Warrnambool Station/Merri St via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Warrnambool?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southern Cross Station station and arriving at Warrnambool Station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Warrnambool?

The distance between Melbourne and Warrnambool is 267 km. The road distance is 255 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Warrnambool without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs $8 - $11.

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

The train from Southern Cross Station to Warrnambool Station takes 3h 27m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Warrnambool bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Warrnambool train from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne to Warrnambool?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Warrnambool is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs $8 - $11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $40 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Melbourne to Warrnambool bus arrive?

Melbourne to Warrnambool bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St.

Where does the Melbourne to Warrnambool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Warrnambool?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Warrnambool is 255 km. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Melbourne to Warrnambool.

Where can I stay near Warrnambool?

There are 379+ hotels available in Warrnambool.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Warrnambool Stationtrain Geelong
3h 27m
$8–11
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach / ...
2. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Warrnambool Station/Merri Stbus Coach
5h 37m
$4–36
Drive 255 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Warrnamboolcar 255 km
2h 58m
$47–68

Melbourne to Warrnambool by train

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3h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 266.6 km
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Warrnambool, 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 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Warrnambool Station/Merri St via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St in around 5h 37m.

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