What is the cheapest way to get from Point Cook to Hamilton?

The cheapest way to get from Point Cook to Hamilton is to train and bus which costs $21 - $45 and takes 5h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Point Cook to Hamilton?

The fastest way to get from Point Cook to Hamilton is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Point Cook and Hamilton?

No, there is no direct bus from Point Cook to Hamilton station. However, there are services departing from South Shore Ave/Sanctuary Lakes South Bvd and arriving at Hamilton Station/Station St via Laverton Station/Maher Rd, Deer Park Station/Mt Derrimut Rd, Deer Park and Ballarat Station/Lydiard St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

How far is it from Point Cook to Hamilton?

The distance between Point Cook and Hamilton is 311 km. The road distance is 279.7 km.

How do I travel from Point Cook to Hamilton without a car?

The best way to get from Point Cook to Hamilton without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 38m and costs $21 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Point Cook to Hamilton?

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Point Cook to Hamilton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Point Cook to Hamilton bus from?

Point Cook to Hamilton bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Deer Park station.

Where does the Point Cook to Hamilton bus arrive?

Point Cook to Hamilton bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Ballarat station.

Can I drive from Point Cook to Hamilton?

Yes, the driving distance between Point Cook to Hamilton is 280 km. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Point Cook to Hamilton.

Where can I stay near Hamilton?

There are 22+ hotels available in Hamilton.

Point Cook to Hamilton - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Point Cook to Hamilton by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Footscray Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Hamilton Station/Station Stbus Coach
5h 38m
$22–45
Drive 279.7 km
1. Drive from Point Cook to Hamiltoncar 279.7 km
3h 16m
$50–72
Bus
1. Take the bus from Deer Park to Ballaratbus Adelaide
2. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Hamilton Station/Station Stbus Coach
7h 24m
$109–132

Point Cook to Hamilton by bus and train

14Weekly Services

5h 38mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 310.6 km
Duration: 5h 38m

What companies run services between Point Cook, VIC, Australia and Hamilton, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from South Shore Ave/Sanctuary Lakes South Bvd to Hamilton Station/Station St via Laverton Station/Railway Ave, Laverton Station/Maher Rd, Deer Park Station/Mt Derrimut Rd, Ballarat Rd/Station Rd, Deer Park, and Ballarat Station/Lydiard St in around 7h 24m.

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