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

The cheapest way to get from Forrest to Melbourne is to bus and train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forrest to Melbourne is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Forrest and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Forrest to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Turner Dr/Birregurra -Forrest Rd and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St via Colac Station/Gellibrand St and Waurn Ponds Station/Sugargum Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Forrest to Melbourne?

The distance between Forrest and Melbourne is 198 km. The road distance is 157 km.

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

The best way to get from Forrest to Melbourne without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 43m and costs $13 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Forrest to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forrest to Melbourne bus from?

Forrest to Melbourne bus services, operated by Regional Transit, depart from Turner Dr/Birregurra -Forrest Rd station.

Where does the Forrest to Melbourne bus arrive?

Forrest to Melbourne bus services, operated by Regional Transit, arrive at Colac Station/Gellibrand St.

Can I drive from Forrest to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Forrest to Melbourne is 157 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Forrest to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5303+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Forrest to Melbourne - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Forrest to Melbourne by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Turner Dr/Birregurra -Forrest Rd to Colac Station/Gellibrand Stbus Marengo - Colac Via Forrest, Skenes Creek, Apollo Bay
2. Take the train from Colac Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Geelong
3h 43m
$13–18
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Turner Dr/Birregurra -Forrest Rd to Colac Station/Gellibrand Stbus
2. Take the bus from Colac Station/Gellibrand St to Waurn Ponds Station/Sugargum Drbus
3. Take the bus from Waurn Ponds Station/Sugargum Dr to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
5h 11m
$6–36
Drive 157 km
1. Drive from Forrest to Melbournecar 157 km
1h 56m
$29–41

Forrest to Melbourne by bus and train

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Distance: 197.7 km
Duration: 3h 43m

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

You can take a bus from Turner Dr/Birregurra -Forrest Rd to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St via Colac Station/Gellibrand St and Waurn Ponds Station/Sugargum Dr in around 5h 11m.

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