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

The cheapest way to get from Murtoa to Melbourne is to bus and train which costs $9 - $35 and takes 4h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Murtoa to Melbourne is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Murtoa and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Murtoa to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from McDonald St/Marma St and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Murtoa to Melbourne?

The distance between Murtoa and Melbourne is 310 km. The road distance is 288.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Murtoa to Melbourne without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 39m and costs $9 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Murtoa to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Murtoa to Melbourne bus from?

Murtoa to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from McDonald St/Marma St station.

Where does the Murtoa to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Murtoa to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Murtoa to Melbourne is 289 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Murtoa to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5351+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from McDonald St/Marma St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
2. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
4h 39m
$10–31
Bus via Ballarat
cheapest
1. Take the bus from McDonald St/Marma St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Ballarat / ...
5h 16m
$4–38
Drive 288.6 km
1. Drive from Murtoa to Melbournecar 288.6 km
3h 21m
$53–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from McDonald St/Marma St to Araratbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Ararat station to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
5h 39m
$96–114

Murtoa to Melbourne by bus and train

2Weekly Services

4h 39mAverage Duration

$10Cheapest Price

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Distance: 310.4 km
Duration: 4h 39m

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

You can take a bus from McDonald St/Marma St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St in around 5h 16m.

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