What is the cheapest way to get from Carlton to Swan Hill?

The cheapest way to get from Carlton to Swan Hill is to train which costs $15 - $21 and takes 5h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlton to Swan Hill?

The fastest way to get from Carlton to Swan Hill is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs $55 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Carlton and Swan Hill?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlton to Swan Hill station. However, there are services departing from Lygon St/Grattan St and arriving at Swan Hill Station/Curlewis St via Footscray Station/Irving St and Bendigo Station/Railway Pl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Carlton and Swan Hill?

No, there is no direct train from Carlton station to Swan Hill station. However, there are services departing from Parkville Station and arriving at Swan Hill Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Carlton to Swan Hill?

The distance between Carlton and Swan Hill is 345 km. The road distance is 333 km.

How do I travel from Carlton to Swan Hill without a car?

The best way to get from Carlton to Swan Hill without a car is to train which takes 5h 43m and costs $15 - $21.

How long does it take to get from Carlton to Swan Hill?

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Carlton to Swan Hill, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlton to Swan Hill bus from?

Carlton to Swan Hill bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Footscray Station/Irving St.

Where do I catch the Carlton to Swan Hill train from?

Carlton to Swan Hill train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Footscray Station.

Train or bus from Carlton to Swan Hill?

The best way to get from Carlton to Swan Hill is to train which takes 5h 43m and costs $15 - $21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $9 - $50 and takes 6h 32m.

Where does the Carlton to Swan Hill bus arrive?

Carlton to Swan Hill bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Bendigo Station/Railway Pl.

Where does the Carlton to Swan Hill train arrive?

Carlton to Swan Hill train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Swan Hill Station.

Can I drive from Carlton to Swan Hill?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlton to Swan Hill is 333 km. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Carlton to Swan Hill.

Where can I stay near Swan Hill?

There are 31+ hotels available in Swan Hill.

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There are 3 ways to get from Carlton to Swan Hill by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Footscray Station to Swan Hill Stationtrain Bendigo
5h 43m
$16–20
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Bendigo Station/Railway Plbus Bendigo
2. Take the bus from Bendigo Station/Railway Pl to Swan Hill Station/Curlewis Stbus Coach / ...
6h 32m
$10–48
Drive 333 km
1. Drive from Carlton to Swan Hillcar 333 km
3h 49m
$60–87

Carlton to Swan Hill by train

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Distance: 345.4 km
Duration: 5h 43m

What companies run services between Carlton, VIC, Australia and Swan Hill, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Footscray Station to Swan Hill Station twice daily. Tickets cost $10–15 and the journey takes 4h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lygon St/Grattan St to Swan Hill Station/Curlewis St via Footscray Station/Irving St and Bendigo Station/Railway Pl in around 6h 32m.

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