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

The cheapest way to get from Warrnambool to Melbourne is to train which costs $8 - $11 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Warrnambool to Melbourne is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Warrnambool and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Warrnambool station to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Warrnambool Station/Merri St and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Ballarat. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Warrnambool and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Warrnambool Station station and arriving at Southern Cross Station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Warrnambool to Melbourne?

The distance between Warrnambool and Melbourne is 267 km. The road distance is 255.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Warrnambool to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs $8 - $11.

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

The train from Warrnambool Station to Southern Cross Station takes 3h 22m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Warrnambool to Melbourne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Warrnambool to Melbourne train from?

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

Train or bus from Warrnambool to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Warrnambool to Melbourne is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs $8 - $11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $120 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Warrnambool to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Warrnambool to Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Warrnambool to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Warrnambool to Melbourne is 255 km. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Warrnambool to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5365+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Warrnambool Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Geelong
3h 22m
$8–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Warrnambool Station/Merri St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
5h 25m
$98–119
Drive 255.4 km
1. Drive from Warrnambool to Melbournecar 255.4 km
2h 59m
$47–67

Warrnambool to Melbourne by train

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3h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 266.6 km
Duration: 3h 22m

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

V/Line operates a train from Warrnambool Station to Southern Cross Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $8–11 and the journey takes 3h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Warrnambool Station/Merri St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Ballarat in around 5h 25m.

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