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

The cheapest way to get from Talbot to Melbourne is to train which costs $9 - $13 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Talbot to Melbourne is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Talbot and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Talbot Station/Railway St station and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Talbot and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Talbot Station station and arriving at Southern Cross Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Talbot to Melbourne?

The distance between Talbot and Melbourne is 167 km. The road distance is 150.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Talbot to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs $9 - $13.

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

The train from Talbot Station to Southern Cross Station takes 2h 34m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Talbot to Melbourne bus from?

Talbot to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Talbot Station/Railway St.

Where do I catch the Talbot to Melbourne train from?

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

Train or bus from Talbot to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Talbot to Melbourne is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs $9 - $13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2 - $20 and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Talbot to Melbourne bus arrive?

Talbot to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where does the Talbot to Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Talbot to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Talbot to Melbourne is 151 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Talbot to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5300+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Talbot to Melbourne - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Talbot to Melbourne by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Talbot Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 34m
$9–13
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Talbot Station/Railway St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Ballarat / ...
2h 41m
$2–20
Drive 150.7 km
1. Drive from Talbot to Melbournecar 150.7 km
1h 51m
$27–39

Talbot to Melbourne by train

7Weekly Trains

2h 34mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.3 km
Duration: 2h 34m

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

V/Line operates a train from Talbot Station to Southern Cross Station once daily. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 2h 34m. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Talbot Station/Railway St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St 6 times a week. Tickets cost $2–20 and the journey takes 2h 41m.

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