What is the cheapest way to get from Bendigo to Melbourne Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Bendigo to Melbourne Central Station is to bus which costs $2 - $21 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bendigo to Melbourne Central Station?

The fastest way to get from Bendigo to Melbourne Central Station is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Bendigo and Melbourne Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bendigo Station/Railway Pl station and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Bendigo and Melbourne Central Station?

No, there is no direct train from Bendigo station to Melbourne Central Station station. However, there are services departing from Bendigo Station and arriving at Melbourne Central Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Bendigo to Melbourne Central Station?

The distance between Bendigo and Melbourne Central Station is 164 km. The road distance is 149.1 km.

How do I travel from Bendigo to Melbourne Central Station without a car?

The best way to get from Bendigo to Melbourne Central Station without a car is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs $15 - $19.

How long does it take to get from Bendigo to Melbourne Central Station?

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Bendigo to Melbourne Central Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bendigo to Melbourne Central Station bus from?

Bendigo to Melbourne Central Station bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Bendigo Station/Railway Pl.

Where do I catch the Bendigo to Melbourne Central Station train from?

Bendigo to Melbourne Central Station train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Bendigo Station.

Train or bus from Bendigo to Melbourne Central Station?

The best way to get from Bendigo to Melbourne Central Station is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs $15 - $19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2 - $21 and takes 2h 18m.

Where does the Bendigo to Melbourne Central Station bus arrive?

Bendigo to Melbourne Central Station bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where does the Bendigo to Melbourne Central Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bendigo to Melbourne Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Bendigo to Melbourne Central Station is 149 km. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Bendigo to Melbourne Central Station.

Where can I stay near Melbourne Central Station?

There are 5297+ hotels available in Melbourne Central Station.

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There are 4 ways to get from Bendigo to Melbourne Central Station by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bendigo Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Bendigo
2h 7m
$15–18
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bendigo Station/Railway Pl to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Bendigo
2h 18m
$2–21
Drive 149.1 km
1. Drive from Bendigo to Melbourne Central Stationcar 149.1 km
1h 43m
$27–39
Train via Sunbury
1. Take the train from Bendigo Station to Sunbury Stationtrain Bendigo
2. Take the train from Sunbury Station to State Library Stationtrain Sunbury
2h 29m
$15–18

Bendigo to Melbourne Central Station by train

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Distance: 163.7 km
Duration: 2h 7m

What companies run services between Bendigo, VIC, Australia and Melbourne Central Station, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Bendigo Station to Southern Cross Station hourly. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 2h 1m. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Bendigo Station/Railway Pl to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St 3 times a week. Tickets cost $2–21 and the journey takes 2h 2m.

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