What is the cheapest way to get from Geelong to Paynesville?

The cheapest way to get from Geelong to Paynesville is to train which costs $20 - $30 and takes 7h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Geelong to Paynesville?

The fastest way to get from Geelong to Paynesville is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs $65 - $95.

Is there a direct bus between Geelong and Paynesville?

No, there is no direct bus from Geelong station to Paynesville. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station/Railway Tce and arriving at King St/Paynesville Rd via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Traralgon Station/Princes St and Bairnsdale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Geelong and Paynesville?

No, there is no direct train from Geelong station to Paynesville 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 43m.

How far is it from Geelong to Paynesville?

The distance between Geelong and Paynesville is 372 km. The road distance is 363.9 km.

How do I travel from Geelong to Paynesville without a car?

The best way to get from Geelong to Paynesville without a car is to train which takes 7h 43m and costs $20 - $30.

How long does it take to get from Geelong to Paynesville?

It takes approximately 7h 43m to get from Geelong to Paynesville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geelong to Paynesville bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Geelong to Paynesville train from?

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

Train or bus from Geelong to Paynesville?

The best way to get from Geelong to Paynesville is to train which takes 7h 43m and costs $20 - $30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $60 and takes 8h 49m.

Where does the Geelong to Paynesville bus arrive?

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

Where does the Geelong to Paynesville train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Geelong to Paynesville?

Yes, the driving distance between Geelong to Paynesville is 364 km. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Geelong to Paynesville.

Where can I stay near Paynesville?

There are 322+ hotels available in Paynesville.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Geelong to Paynesville 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 43m
$20–29
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 49m
$6–57
Drive 363.9 km
1. Drive from Geelong to Paynesvillecar 363.9 km
4h 14m
$65–94

Geelong to Paynesville by train and bus

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7h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 371.6 km
Duration: 7h 43m

What companies run services between Geelong, VIC, Australia and Paynesville, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Geelong Station to King St/Paynesville Rd via Southern Cross Station, Bairnsdale Station, and Bairnsdale in around 7h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to King St/Paynesville Rd via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Traralgon Station/Princes St, and Bairnsdale in around 8h 49m.

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