What is the cheapest way to get from Elaine to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Elaine to Melbourne is to bus and train which costs $8 - $24 and takes 2h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elaine to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Elaine to Melbourne is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Elaine and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Elaine to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from General Store/Midland Hwy and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St via Geelong Station/Railway Tce. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Elaine to Melbourne?

The distance between Elaine and Melbourne is 137 km. The road distance is 103.2 km.

How do I travel from Elaine to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Elaine to Melbourne without a car is to bus and train via Geelong which takes 2h 17m and costs $8 - $25.

How long does it take to get from Elaine to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Elaine to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elaine to Melbourne bus from?

Elaine to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from General Store/Midland Hwy station.

Where does the Elaine to Melbourne bus arrive?

Elaine to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Geelong Station/Railway Tce.

Can I drive from Elaine to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Elaine to Melbourne is 103 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Elaine to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5290+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Elaine to Melbourne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Elaine to Melbourne by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train via Geelong
best
1. Take the bus from General Store/Midland Hwy to Geelong Station/Railway Tcebus Coach
2. Take the train from Geelong Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Geelong
2h 17m
$9–25
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from General Store/Midland Hwy to Geelong Station/Railway Tcebus Coach
2. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Geelong
3h 6m
$2–29
Drive 103.2 km
1. Drive from Elaine to Melbournecar 103.2 km
1h 41m
$19–27
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from General Store/Midland Hwy to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
2. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 27m
$8–23

Elaine to Melbourne by bus and train

21Weekly Services

2h 17mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 137.1 km
Duration: 2h 17m

What companies run services between Elaine, VIC, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from General Store/Midland Hwy to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St via Geelong Station/Railway Tce in around 3h 6m.

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