What is the cheapest way to get from West Footscray to Colac?

The cheapest way to get from West Footscray to Colac is to train which costs $12 - $16 and takes 3h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from West Footscray to Colac?

The fastest way to get from West Footscray to Colac is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between West Footscray and Colac?

No, there is no direct bus from West Footscray to Colac station. However, there are services departing from First St/Barkly St and arriving at Colac Station/Gellibrand St via Sunshine Station/City Pl and Geelong Station/Railway Tce. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

Is there a direct train between West Footscray and Colac?

No, there is no direct train from West Footscray to Colac station. However, there are services departing from Tottenham Rail Replacement Bus Stop and arriving at Colac Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from West Footscray to Colac?

The distance between West Footscray and Colac is 151 km. The road distance is 140.8 km.

How do I travel from West Footscray to Colac without a car?

The best way to get from West Footscray to Colac without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs $12 - $16.

How long does it take to get from West Footscray to Colac?

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from West Footscray to Colac, including transfers.

Where do I catch the West Footscray to Colac bus from?

West Footscray to Colac bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Sunshine Station/City Pl.

Where do I catch the West Footscray to Colac train from?

West Footscray to Colac train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Footscray Station.

Train or bus from West Footscray to Colac?

The best way to get from West Footscray to Colac is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs $12 - $16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $35 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the West Footscray to Colac bus arrive?

West Footscray to Colac bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Geelong Station/Railway Tce.

Where does the West Footscray to Colac train arrive?

West Footscray to Colac train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Colac Station.

Can I drive from West Footscray to Colac?

Yes, the driving distance between West Footscray to Colac is 141 km. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from West Footscray to Colac.

Where can I stay near Colac?

There are 21+ hotels available in Colac.

West Footscray to Colac - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from West Footscray to Colac by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Footscray Station to Colac StationGeelong
3h 4m
$12–16
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/City Pl to Geelong Station/Railway TceGeelong
2. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Colac Station/Gellibrand StGeelong
4h 37m
$6–32
Drive 140.8 km
1. Drive from West Footscray to Colac140.8 km
1h 40m
$28–40

West Footscray to Colac by train

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3h 4mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 151.3 km
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between West Footscray, VIC, Australia and Colac, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Footscray Station to Colac Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 1h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from First St/Barkly St to Colac Station/Gellibrand St via Sunshine Station/Dickson St, Sunshine Station/City Pl, and Geelong Station/Railway Tce in around 4h 37m.

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