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

The cheapest way to get from Dandenong to Bairnsdale is to train which costs $10 - $14 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dandenong to Bairnsdale is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Dandenong and Bairnsdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Dandenong station to Bairnsdale. However, there are services departing from Dandenong Station/Foster St and arriving at Bairnsdale via Traralgon Station/Princes St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Dandenong and Bairnsdale?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dandenong Station station and arriving at Bairnsdale Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Dandenong to Bairnsdale?

The distance between Dandenong and Bairnsdale is 244 km. The road distance is 249 km.

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

The best way to get from Dandenong to Bairnsdale without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs $10 - $14.

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

The train from Dandenong Station to Bairnsdale Station takes 3h 9m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Dandenong to Bairnsdale bus from?

Dandenong to Bairnsdale bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Dandenong Station/Foster St.

Where do I catch the Dandenong to Bairnsdale train from?

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

Train or bus from Dandenong to Bairnsdale?

The best way to get from Dandenong to Bairnsdale is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs $10 - $14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2 - $40 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Dandenong to Bairnsdale bus arrive?

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

Where does the Dandenong to Bairnsdale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dandenong to Bairnsdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Dandenong to Bairnsdale is 249 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Dandenong to Bairnsdale.

Where can I stay near Bairnsdale?

There are 199+ hotels available in Bairnsdale.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dandenong Station to Bairnsdale Stationtrain Traralgon
3h 9m
$10–14
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dandenong Station/Foster St to Traralgon Station/Princes Stbus Traralgon
2. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Bairnsdalebus Traralgon
4h 20m
$3–36
Drive 249 km
1. Drive from Dandenong to Bairnsdalecar 249 km
2h 54m
$45–64

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Distance: 243.7 km
Duration: 3h 9m

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

V/Line operates a train from Dandenong Station to Bairnsdale Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $10–14 and the journey takes 3h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dandenong Station/Foster St to Bairnsdale via Traralgon Station/Princes St in around 4h 20m.

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