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

The cheapest way to get from Smeaton to Melbourne is to bus and train which costs $7 - $21 and takes 2h 26m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Smeaton and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Smeaton to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Cumberland Hotel/Creswick-Newstead Rd and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Ballarat. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Smeaton to Melbourne?

The distance between Smeaton and Melbourne is 146 km. The road distance is 122 km.

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

The best way to get from Smeaton to Melbourne without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 26m and costs $7 - $21.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Smeaton to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Smeaton to Melbourne bus from?

Smeaton to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Cumberland Hotel/Creswick-Newstead Rd station.

Where does the Smeaton to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Smeaton to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Smeaton to Melbourne is 122 km. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Smeaton to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5383+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cumberland Hotel/Creswick-Newstead Rd to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
2. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 26m
$7–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cumberland Hotel/Creswick-Newstead Rd to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
3h 9m
$95–110
Drive 122 km
1. Drive from Smeaton to Melbournecar 122 km
1h 35m
$24–34
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Smeaton to Melbournetaxi 122 km
1h 35m
$220–270

Smeaton to Melbourne by bus and train

5Weekly Services

2h 26mAverage Duration

$7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 145.8 km
Duration: 2h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Cumberland Hotel/Creswick-Newstead Rd to Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Ballarat in around 3h 9m.

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