What is the cheapest way to get from Wonthaggi to Colac?

The cheapest way to get from Wonthaggi to Colac is to bus and train which costs $19 - $28 and takes 6h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wonthaggi to Colac?

The fastest way to get from Wonthaggi to Colac is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs $50 - $80.

How far is it from Wonthaggi to Colac?

The distance between Wonthaggi and Colac is 292 km. The road distance is 277.4 km.

How do I travel from Wonthaggi to Colac without a car?

The best way to get from Wonthaggi to Colac without a car is to bus and train via Clyde North which takes 6h and costs $14 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Wonthaggi to Colac?

It takes approximately 6h to get from Wonthaggi to Colac, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wonthaggi to Colac bus from?

Wonthaggi to Colac bus services, operated by V/Line, depart from Wonthaggi station.

Where does the Wonthaggi to Colac bus arrive?

Wonthaggi to Colac bus services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Koo Wee Rup Station.

Can I drive from Wonthaggi to Colac?

Yes, the driving distance between Wonthaggi to Colac is 277 km. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Wonthaggi to Colac.

Where can I stay near Colac?

There are 22+ hotels available in Colac.

Wonthaggi to Colac - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Wonthaggi and Colac?

No, there is no direct bus from Wonthaggi to Colac station. However, there are services departing from Wonthaggi and arriving at Colac Station/Gellibrand St via Koo Wee Rup Bus Interchange/Rossiter Rd, Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Geelong Station/Railway Tce. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.

There are 4 ways to get from Wonthaggi to Colac by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train via Clyde North
best
1. Take the bus from Wonthaggi Bus Interchange/Biggs Dr to Station St/High St
2. Take the train from Cranbourne Station to Southern Cross Station
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Colac Station
6h
$14–30
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wonthaggi to Koo Wee Rup Station
2. Take the bus from Koo Wee Rup Bus Interchange/Rossiter Rd to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St
3. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Geelong Station/Railway Tce
4. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Colac Station/Gellibrand St
7h 59m
$4–56
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Wonthaggi North to Koo Wee Rup Station
2. Take the bus from Koo Wee Rup Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Colac Station
6h 27m
$19–27
Drive 277.4 km
1. Drive from Wonthaggi to Colac277.4 km
3h 27m
$55–79

Wonthaggi to Colac by bus and train

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Distance: 291.5 km
Duration: 6h

What companies run services between Wonthaggi, VIC, Australia and Colac, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Wonthaggi to Colac Station/Gellibrand St via Koo Wee Rup Bus Interchange/Rossiter Rd, Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, and Geelong Station/Railway Tce in around 7h 59m.

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