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

The cheapest way to get from Allansford to Melbourne is to train which costs $12 - $18 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Allansford to Melbourne is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Allansford and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Allansford to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Brown St/Ziegler Pde and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Warrnambool Station/Merri St and Ballarat. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Allansford and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Allansford station to Melbourne station. However, there are services departing from Warrnambool Station and arriving at Southern Cross Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Allansford to Melbourne?

The distance between Allansford and Melbourne is 279 km. The road distance is 245.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Allansford to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs $12 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Allansford to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Allansford to Melbourne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Allansford to Melbourne train from?

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

Train or bus from Allansford to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Allansford to Melbourne is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs $12 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $95 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Allansford to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Allansford to Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Allansford to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Allansford to Melbourne is 245 km. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Allansford to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

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

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

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1. Take the train from Warrnambool Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Geelong
4h 37m
$13–17
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
6h 45m
$68–91
Drive 245.4 km
1. Drive from Allansford to Melbournecar 245.4 km
2h 51m
$44–63

Allansford to Melbourne by bus and train

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Distance: 279.3 km
Duration: 4h 37m

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

V/Line operates a train from Warrnambool Station to Southern Cross Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $10–14 and the journey takes 3h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brown St/Ziegler Pde to Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Warrnambool Station/Merri St and Ballarat in around 6h 45m.

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