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

The cheapest way to get from Stawell to Melbourne is to bus and train which costs $8 - $27 and takes 3h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stawell to Melbourne is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Stawell and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Stawell and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Stawell and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Stawell Station station and arriving at Southern Cross Station station. Services depart twice a week, and operate Thursday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Stawell to Melbourne?

The distance between Stawell and Melbourne is 240 km. The road distance is 229.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Stawell to Melbourne without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 34m and costs $8 - $27.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Stawell to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stawell to Melbourne bus from?

Stawell to Melbourne bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Stawell station.

Where do I catch the Stawell to Melbourne train from?

Stawell to Melbourne train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Ararat Station.

Train or bus from Stawell to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Stawell to Melbourne is to train via Ararat Station which takes 3h 52m and costs $35 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $99 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Stawell to Melbourne bus arrive?

Stawell to Melbourne bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Stawell to Melbourne train arrive?

Stawell to Melbourne train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Stawell to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Stawell to Melbourne is 229 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Stawell to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5342+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Stawell to Melbourne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Stawell to Melbourne by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Stawell Station/Napier St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
2. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
3h 34m
$9–26
Train via Ararat Station
1. Take the train from Ararat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
3h 52m
$36–187
Drive 229.1 km
1. Drive from Stawell to Melbournecar 229.1 km
2h 41m
$42–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stawell to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
3h 35m
$95–99
Train
1. Take the train from Stawell Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain The Overland
4h 19m
$65–160

Stawell to Melbourne by bus and train

18Weekly Services

3h 34mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 240.3 km
Duration: 3h 34m

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

V/Line operates a train from Ararat Station to Southern Cross Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $8–11 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Journey Beyond - The Overland also services this route twice a week. Alternatively, Firefly Express operates a bus from Stawell to Southern Cross Coach Terminal once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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