What is the cheapest way to get from Colac to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

The cheapest way to get from Colac to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is to drive which costs $27 - $45 and takes 1h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Colac to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

The fastest way to get from Colac to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs $27 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Colac and Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

No, there is no direct bus from Colac station to Melbourne Airport (MEL). However, there are services departing from Colac Station/Gellibrand St and arriving at Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr via Waurn Ponds Station/Sugargum Dr and Sunshine Station/Dickson St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Colac and Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

No, there is no direct train from Colac station to Melbourne Airport (MEL) station. However, there are services departing from Colac Station and arriving at Southern Cross Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Colac to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

The distance between Colac and Melbourne Airport (MEL) is 174 km. The road distance is 155.5 km.

How do I travel from Colac to Melbourne Airport (MEL) without a car?

The best way to get from Colac to Melbourne Airport (MEL) without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs $37 - $41.

How long does it take to get from Colac to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Colac to Melbourne Airport (MEL), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colac to Melbourne Airport (MEL) bus from?

Colac to Melbourne Airport (MEL) bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Colac Station/Gellibrand St.

Where do I catch the Colac to Melbourne Airport (MEL) train from?

Colac to Melbourne Airport (MEL) train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Colac Station.

Train or bus from Colac to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

The best way to get from Colac to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs $37 - $41. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $60 and takes 4h 12m.

Where does the Colac to Melbourne Airport (MEL) bus arrive?

Colac to Melbourne Airport (MEL) bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Waurn Ponds Station/Sugargum Dr.

Where does the Colac to Melbourne Airport (MEL) train arrive?

Colac to Melbourne Airport (MEL) train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Colac to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

Yes, the driving distance between Colac to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is 156 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Colac to Melbourne Airport (MEL).

Where can I stay near Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

There are 3982+ hotels available in Melbourne Airport (MEL).

Can I share a ride from Colac to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Colac and Melbourne Airport (MEL). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Colac to Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Colac to Melbourne Airport (MEL) by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colac Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Geelong
2h 38m
$37–40
Drive 155.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Colac to Melbourne Airport (MEL)car 155.5 km
1h 52m
$28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Colac Station/Gellibrand St to Waurn Ponds Station/Sugargum Drbus
2. Take the bus from Waurn Ponds Station/Sugargum Dr to Sunshine Station/City Plbus
3. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Drbus
4h 12m
$30–58
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Colac to Melbourne-MELrideshare 155.5 km
1h 52m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Colac Station to Sunshine Stationtrain Geelong
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Drbus Sunshine Railway Station - Melbourne Airport
3h
$37–40

Colac to Melbourne Airport (MEL) by train and bus

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Distance: 173.5 km
Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between Colac, VIC, Australia and Melbourne Airport (MEL), Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Colac Station to Southern Cross Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 2h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Colac Station/Gellibrand St to Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr via Waurn Ponds Station/Sugargum Dr, Sunshine Station/City Pl, and Sunshine Station/Dickson St in around 4h 12m.

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