What is the cheapest way to get from Patterson Lakes to Merimbula?

The cheapest way to get from Patterson Lakes to Merimbula is to train and bus which costs $12 - $40 and takes 10h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Patterson Lakes to Merimbula?

The fastest way to get from Patterson Lakes to Merimbula is to train and fly which takes 5h and costs $230 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Patterson Lakes and Merimbula?

No, there is no direct bus from Patterson Lakes to Merimbula. However, there are services departing from Illawong Ret Village/Gladesville Bvd and arriving at Park St via Dandenong Station/Foster St, Traralgon Station/Princes St and Bairnsdale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 34m.

How far is it from Patterson Lakes to Merimbula?

The distance between Patterson Lakes and Merimbula is 517 km. The road distance is 553.1 km.

How do I travel from Patterson Lakes to Merimbula without a car?

The best way to get from Patterson Lakes to Merimbula without a car is to train and bus which takes 10h 24m and costs $12 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Patterson Lakes to Merimbula?

It takes approximately 5h to get from Patterson Lakes to Merimbula, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Patterson Lakes to Merimbula bus from?

Patterson Lakes to Merimbula bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Dandenong Station/Foster St.

Where does the Patterson Lakes to Merimbula bus arrive?

Patterson Lakes to Merimbula bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Traralgon Station/Princes St.

Can I drive from Patterson Lakes to Merimbula?

Yes, the driving distance between Patterson Lakes to Merimbula is 553 km. It takes approximately 6h 32m to drive from Patterson Lakes to Merimbula.

Where can I stay near Merimbula?

There are 318+ hotels available in Merimbula.

Patterson Lakes to Merimbula - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Patterson Lakes to Merimbula by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train, fly
best
1. Take the train from Carrum Station to Flinders Street Station
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)MEL - MIM
5h
$234–624
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dandenong Station/Foster St to Traralgon Station/Princes St
2. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Bairnsdale
3. Take the bus from Bairnsdale to Park St
11h 34m
$7–61
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dandenong Station to Bairnsdale StationTraralgon
2. Take the bus from Bairnsdale to Park StCoach
10h 24m
$12–38
Drive 553.1 km
1. Drive from Patterson Lakes to Merimbula553.1 km
6h 32m
$108–156

Patterson Lakes to Merimbula by bus and train

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10h 24mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 517.5 km
Duration: 5h

What companies run services between Patterson Lakes, VIC, Australia and Merimbula, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Illawong Ret Village/Gladesville Bvd to Park St via Dandenong Station/Foster St, Traralgon Station/Princes St, and Bairnsdale in around 11h 34m.

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