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

The cheapest way to get from Geelong to Stratford is to train which costs $17 - $26 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geelong to Stratford is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Geelong and Stratford?

No, there is no direct bus from Geelong station to Stratford. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station/Railway Tce and arriving at Memorial Park/Princes Hwy via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Traralgon Station/Princes St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Geelong and Stratford?

No, there is no direct train from Geelong station to Stratford station. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station and arriving at Stratford Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Geelong to Stratford?

The distance between Geelong and Stratford is 303 km. The road distance is 299.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Geelong to Stratford without a car is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs $17 - $26.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Geelong to Stratford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geelong to Stratford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Geelong to Stratford train from?

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

Train or bus from Geelong to Stratford?

The best way to get from Geelong to Stratford is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs $17 - $26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $4 - $50 and takes 6h 36m.

Where does the Geelong to Stratford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Geelong to Stratford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Geelong to Stratford?

Yes, the driving distance between Geelong to Stratford is 300 km. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Geelong to Stratford.

Where can I stay near Stratford?

There are 40+ hotels available in Stratford.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Geelong to Stratford 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 Stratford Stationtrain Traralgon
5h 30m
$17–25
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 Memorial Park/Princes Hwybus
6h 36m
$4–49
Drive 299.5 km
1. Drive from Geelong to Stratfordcar 299.5 km
3h 29m
$54–78

Geelong to Stratford by train

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Distance: 302.7 km
Duration: 5h 30m

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

You can take a train from Geelong Station to Stratford Station via Southern Cross Station in around 5h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Memorial Park/Princes Hwy via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Traralgon Station/Princes St in around 6h 36m.

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