What is the cheapest way to get from Geelong to South Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Geelong to South Melbourne is to drive which costs $13 - $19 and takes 53 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Geelong to South Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Geelong to South Melbourne is to drive which takes 53 min and costs $13 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between Geelong and South Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Geelong station to South Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station/Railway Tce and arriving at Ferrars St/City Rd via Banana Alley Vaults/Flinders St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Geelong and South Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Geelong station to South Melbourne station. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station and arriving at South Melbourne Station/Light Rail #127 via Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Geelong to South Melbourne?

The distance between Geelong and South Melbourne is 82 km. The road distance is 72.3 km.

How do I travel from Geelong to South Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Geelong to South Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs $14 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Geelong to South Melbourne?

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Geelong to South Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geelong to South Melbourne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Geelong to South Melbourne train from?

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

Train or bus from Geelong to South Melbourne?

The best way to get from Geelong to South Melbourne is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs $14 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7 - $22 and takes 1h 39m.

Where does the Geelong to South Melbourne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Geelong to South Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Geelong to South Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Geelong to South Melbourne is 72 km. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Geelong to South Melbourne.

Where can I stay near South Melbourne?

There are 5279+ hotels available in South Melbourne.

Geelong to South Melbourne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Geelong to South Melbourne by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Geelong
1h 19m
$14–17
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Geelong
1h 39m
$7–21
Drive 72.3 km
1. Drive from Geelong to South Melbournecar 72.3 km
53 min
$13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Geelong to South Melbournetaxi 72.3 km
53 min
$160–200

Geelong to South Melbourne by train and tram

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1h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 82.2 km
Duration: 1h 19m

What companies run services between Geelong, VIC, Australia and South Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Geelong Station to Southern Cross Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St twice daily. Tickets cost $1–16 and the journey takes 1h 6m.

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