What is the cheapest way to get from Miners Rest to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Miners Rest to Melbourne is to train which costs $11 - $15 and takes 2h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Miners Rest to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Miners Rest to Melbourne is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Miners Rest and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Miners Rest to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Miners Rest SC/Raglan St and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St via Wendouree Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Miners Rest to Melbourne?

The distance between Miners Rest and Melbourne is 126 km. The road distance is 118.1 km.

How do I travel from Miners Rest to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Miners Rest to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs $11 - $15.

How long does it take to get from Miners Rest to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Miners Rest to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Miners Rest to Melbourne bus from?

Miners Rest to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Wendouree Station.

Train or bus from Miners Rest to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Miners Rest to Melbourne is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs $11 - $15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5 - $22 and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the Miners Rest to Melbourne bus arrive?

Miners Rest to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Can I drive from Miners Rest to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Miners Rest to Melbourne is 118 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Miners Rest to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5358+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Miners Rest to Melbourne 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
best
1. Take the train from Wendouree Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 15m
$11–14
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wendouree Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Ballarat
2h 52m
$5–21
Drive 118.1 km
1. Drive from Miners Rest to Melbournecar 118.1 km
1h 23m
$22–31

Miners Rest to Melbourne by bus and train

93Weekly Services

2h 15mAverage Duration

$11Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Miners Rest to Melbourne.

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Distance: 125.7 km
Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between Miners Rest, VIC, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Wendouree Station to Southern Cross Station hourly. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 1h 34m. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Wendouree Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St 6 times a week. Tickets cost $1–17 and the journey takes 1h 36m.

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