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

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Bairnsdale is to bus which costs $6 - $40 and takes 6h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Bairnsdale is to drive which takes 5h 37m and costs $75 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Bairnsdale?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Jolimont Centre/Northbourne Ave and arriving at Bairnsdale. Services depart twice a week, and operate Tuesday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Canberra and Bairnsdale?

No, there is no direct train from Canberra station to Bairnsdale station. However, there are services departing from Canberra Station and arriving at Bairnsdale Station via Goulburn Station and Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 47m.

How far is it from Canberra to Bairnsdale?

The distance between Canberra and Bairnsdale is 468 km. The road distance is 422.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Canberra to Bairnsdale without a car is to bus which takes 6h 55m and costs $6 - $40.

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

The bus from Jolimont Centre/Northbourne Ave to Bairnsdale takes 6h 55m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Bairnsdale bus from?

Canberra to Bairnsdale bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Jolimont Centre/Northbourne Ave station.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Bairnsdale train from?

Canberra to Bairnsdale train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Canberra Station.

Train or bus from Canberra to Bairnsdale?

The best way to get from Canberra to Bairnsdale is to bus which takes 6h 55m and costs $6 - $40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $75 - $270 and takes 15h 47m.

Where does the Canberra to Bairnsdale bus arrive?

Canberra to Bairnsdale bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Bairnsdale station.

Where does the Canberra to Bairnsdale train arrive?

Canberra to Bairnsdale train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Goulburn Station.

Can I drive from Canberra to Bairnsdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Bairnsdale is 423 km. It takes approximately 5h 37m to drive from Canberra to Bairnsdale.

Where can I stay near Bairnsdale?

There are 201+ hotels available in Bairnsdale.

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1. Take the bus from Jolimont Centre/Northbourne Ave to Bairnsdalebus Coach
6h 55m
$6–40
Train
1. Take the train from Canberra Station to Goulburn Stationtrain 632 / ...
2. Take the train from Goulburn Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Bairnsdale Stationtrain
15h 47m
$76–262
Drive 422.6 km
1. Drive from Canberra to Bairnsdalecar 422.6 km
5h 37m
$76–110

Canberra to Bairnsdale by bus

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Distance: 468.2 km
Duration: 6h 55m

What companies run services between Canberra, ACT, Australia and Bairnsdale, VIC, Australia?

V-Line Buses operates a bus from Jolimont Centre/Northbourne Ave to Bairnsdale twice a week. Tickets cost $6–40 and the journey takes 6h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Canberra Station to Bairnsdale Station via Goulburn Station and Southern Cross Station in around 15h 47m.

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