What is the cheapest way to get from Great Western to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Great Western to Melbourne is to bus and train which costs $8 - $26 and takes 3h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Great Western to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Great Western to Melbourne is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Great Western and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Great Western to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Cubitt St/Western Hwy and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Ararat station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Great Western to Melbourne?

The distance between Great Western and Melbourne is 226 km. The road distance is 216.5 km.

How do I travel from Great Western to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Great Western to Melbourne without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 23m and costs $8 - $26.

How long does it take to get from Great Western to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Great Western to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Great Western to Melbourne bus from?

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

Train or bus from Great Western to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Great Western to Melbourne is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs $8 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $110 and takes 4h 31m.

Where does the Great Western to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Great Western to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Great Western to Melbourne is 217 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Great Western to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5307+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cubitt St/Western Hwy to Ballarat Station/Lydiard StCoach
2. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross StationBallarat
3h 23m
$9–26
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ararat Station to Southern Cross StationBallarat
3h 46m
$8–140
Drive 216.5 km
1. Drive from Great Western to Melbourne216.5 km
2h 28m
$42–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ararat station to Southern Cross Coach TerminalMelbourne
4h 31m
$95–109

Great Western to Melbourne by bus and train

18Weekly Services

3h 23mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 226.4 km
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Great Western, 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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