What is the cheapest way to get from Bairnsdale to Lorne?

The cheapest way to get from Bairnsdale to Lorne is to train and bus which costs $19 - $40 and takes 7h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bairnsdale to Lorne?

The fastest way to get from Bairnsdale to Lorne is to drive which takes 5h 1m and costs $75 - $110.

How far is it from Bairnsdale to Lorne?

The distance between Bairnsdale and Lorne is 426 km. The road distance is 418.7 km.

How do I travel from Bairnsdale to Lorne without a car?

The best way to get from Bairnsdale to Lorne without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 47m and costs $19 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Bairnsdale to Lorne?

It takes approximately 7h 47m to get from Bairnsdale to Lorne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bairnsdale to Lorne bus from?

Bairnsdale to Lorne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Bairnsdale station.

Where does the Bairnsdale to Lorne bus arrive?

Bairnsdale to Lorne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Traralgon Station/Princes St.

Can I drive from Bairnsdale to Lorne?

Yes, the driving distance between Bairnsdale to Lorne is 419 km. It takes approximately 5h 1m to drive from Bairnsdale to Lorne.

Where can I stay near Lorne?

There are 566+ hotels available in Lorne.

Bairnsdale to Lorne - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Bairnsdale and Lorne?

No, there is no direct bus from Bairnsdale to Lorne. However, there are services departing from Bairnsdale and arriving at Lorne Hotel/Great Ocean Rd via Traralgon Station/Princes St, Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Geelong Station/Railway Tce. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 53m.

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There are 3 ways to get from Bairnsdale to Lorne by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Bairnsdale Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Geelong Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Lorne Visitor Centre/Great Ocean Rdbus
7h 47m
$19–40
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bairnsdale to Traralgon Station/Princes Stbus
2. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
3. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Geelong Station/Railway Tcebus
4. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Lorne Hotel/Great Ocean Rdbus
9h 53m
$6–67
Drive 418.7 km
1. Drive from Bairnsdale to Lornecar 418.7 km
5h 1m
$76–109

Bairnsdale to Lorne by train and bus

21Weekly Services

7h 47mAverage Duration

$19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 425.6 km
Duration: 7h 47m

What companies run services between Bairnsdale, VIC, Australia and Lorne, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Bairnsdale to Lorne Hotel/Great Ocean Rd via Traralgon Station/Princes St, Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, and Geelong Station/Railway Tce in around 9h 53m.

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