What is the cheapest way to get from Geelong to Lakes Entrance?

The cheapest way to get from Geelong to Lakes Entrance is to train which costs $19 - $40 and takes 7h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Geelong to Lakes Entrance?

The fastest way to get from Geelong to Lakes Entrance is to drive which takes 4h 37m and costs $70 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Geelong and Lakes Entrance?

No, there is no direct bus from Geelong station to Lakes Entrance station. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station/Railway Tce and arriving at Police Station/Roadknight St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Traralgon Station/Princes St and Bairnsdale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Geelong and Lakes Entrance?

No, there is no direct train from Geelong station to Lakes Entrance station. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station and arriving at Bairnsdale Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

How far is it from Geelong to Lakes Entrance?

The distance between Geelong and Lakes Entrance is 393 km. The road distance is 388.5 km.

How do I travel from Geelong to Lakes Entrance without a car?

The best way to get from Geelong to Lakes Entrance without a car is to train which takes 7h 47m and costs $19 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Geelong to Lakes Entrance?

It takes approximately 7h 47m to get from Geelong to Lakes Entrance, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geelong to Lakes Entrance bus from?

Geelong to Lakes Entrance bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Geelong Station/Railway Tce.

Where do I catch the Geelong to Lakes Entrance train from?

Geelong to Lakes Entrance train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Geelong Station.

Train or bus from Geelong to Lakes Entrance?

The best way to get from Geelong to Lakes Entrance is to train which takes 7h 47m and costs $19 - $40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5 - $65 and takes 8h 53m.

Where does the Geelong to Lakes Entrance bus arrive?

Geelong to Lakes Entrance bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where does the Geelong to Lakes Entrance train arrive?

Geelong to Lakes Entrance train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Geelong to Lakes Entrance?

Yes, the driving distance between Geelong to Lakes Entrance is 389 km. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Geelong to Lakes Entrance.

Where can I stay near Lakes Entrance?

There are 320+ hotels available in Lakes Entrance.

Geelong to Lakes Entrance - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Geelong to Lakes Entrance by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Geelong
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Bairnsdale Stationtrain Traralgon
7h 47m
$19–37
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Traralgon Station/Princes Stbus
3. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Bairnsdalebus
8h 53m
$5–65
Drive 388.5 km
1. Drive from Geelong to Lakes Entrancecar 388.5 km
4h 37m
$70–101

Geelong to Lakes Entrance by train and bus

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7h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 393.1 km
Duration: 7h 47m

What companies run services between Geelong, VIC, Australia and Lakes Entrance, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Geelong Station to Police Station/Roadknight St via Southern Cross Station, Bairnsdale Station, and Bairnsdale in around 7h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Police Station/Roadknight St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Traralgon Station/Princes St, and Bairnsdale in around 8h 53m.

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