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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Bairnsdale is to train which costs $15 - $20 and takes 5h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Bairnsdale is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Bairnsdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Bairnsdale. However, there are services departing from Brighton PS/Male St and arriving at Bairnsdale via Clayton Station/Haughton Rd and Traralgon Station/Princes St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Bairnsdale?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton station to Bairnsdale station. However, there are services departing from North Brighton Station and arriving at Bairnsdale Station via Richmond Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Brighton to Bairnsdale?

The distance between Brighton and Bairnsdale is 281 km. The road distance is 269.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Bairnsdale without a car is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs $15 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Brighton to Bairnsdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Bairnsdale bus from?

Brighton to Bairnsdale bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Clayton Station/Haughton Rd.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Bairnsdale train from?

Brighton to Bairnsdale train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Richmond Station.

Train or bus from Brighton to Bairnsdale?

The best way to get from Brighton to Bairnsdale is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs $15 - $20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $45 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Brighton to Bairnsdale bus arrive?

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

Where does the Brighton to Bairnsdale train arrive?

Brighton to Bairnsdale train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Bairnsdale Station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Bairnsdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Bairnsdale is 270 km. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Brighton to Bairnsdale.

Where can I stay near Bairnsdale?

There are 198+ hotels available in Bairnsdale.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Richmond Station to Bairnsdale Stationtrain Traralgon
5h 5m
$16–20
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Clayton Station/Haughton Rd to Traralgon Station/Princes Stbus Traralgon
2. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Bairnsdalebus Traralgon
6h 17m
$9–43
Drive 269.7 km
1. Drive from Brighton to Bairnsdalecar 269.7 km
3h 12m
$48–69

Brighton to Bairnsdale by train

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Distance: 280.9 km
Duration: 5h 5m

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

V/Line operates a train from Richmond Station to Bairnsdale Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $10–14 and the journey takes 3h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brighton PS/Male St to Bairnsdale via Clayton Station/Carinish Rd, Clayton Station/Haughton Rd, and Traralgon Station/Princes St in around 6h 17m.

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