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

The cheapest way to get from Willaura to Melbourne is to bus and train which costs $12 - $35 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Willaura to Melbourne is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Willaura and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Willaura to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Willaura Kindergarten/Willaura-Wickliffe Rd and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Ararat station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Willaura to Melbourne?

The distance between Willaura and Melbourne is 242 km. The road distance is 224.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Willaura to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs $11 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Willaura to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Willaura to Melbourne bus from?

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

Train or bus from Willaura to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Willaura to Melbourne is to train which takes 4h and costs $11 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $98 - $104 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Willaura to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Willaura to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Willaura to Melbourne is 225 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Willaura to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5383+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Ararat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
4h
$12–135
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ararat Station/High St to Bacchus Marsh Stationbus Ballarat
2. Take the train from Bacchus Marsh Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
4h 30m
$13–33
Drive 224.7 km
1. Drive from Willaura to Melbournecar 224.7 km
2h 54m
$43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ararat station to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
4h 45m
$99–104

Willaura to Melbourne by bus and train

4Weekly Services

4hAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 242.5 km
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Willaura, 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 Ararat station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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