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

The cheapest way to get from Glenorchy to Melbourne is to bus and train via Ballarat which costs $10 - $35 and takes 3h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glenorchy to Melbourne is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Glenorchy and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Glenorchy to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Wills St/Edwards St and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Ballarat. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Glenorchy and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Glenorchy station to Melbourne station. However, there are services departing from Stawell Station and arriving at Southern Cross Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Glenorchy to Melbourne?

The distance between Glenorchy and Melbourne is 265 km. The road distance is 251.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Glenorchy to Melbourne without a car is to bus and train via Ballarat which takes 3h 59m and costs $10 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Glenorchy to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glenorchy to Melbourne bus from?

Glenorchy to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Wills St/Edwards St station.

Where do I catch the Glenorchy to Melbourne train from?

Glenorchy to Melbourne train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from Stawell Station.

Train or bus from Glenorchy to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Glenorchy to Melbourne is to bus which takes 4h 42m and costs $95 - $120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $180 and takes 5h 44m.

Where does the Glenorchy to Melbourne bus arrive?

Glenorchy to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St.

Where does the Glenorchy to Melbourne train arrive?

Glenorchy to Melbourne train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Glenorchy to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Glenorchy to Melbourne is 251 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Glenorchy to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

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Bus, train via Ballarat
best
1. Take the bus from Wills St/Edwards St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
2. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
3h 59m
$10–31
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Wills St/Edwards St to Araratbus Coach
2. Take the train from Ararat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
4h 28m
$10–143
Drive 251.3 km
1. Drive from Glenorchy to Melbournecar 251.3 km
2h 56m
$45–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wills St/Edwards St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
4h 42m
$97–118
Train
1. Take the train from Stawell Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain The Overland
5h 44m
$65–171

Glenorchy to Melbourne by bus and train

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Distance: 264.6 km
Duration: 3h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Wills St/Edwards St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Ballarat in around 4h 42m. Alternatively, Journey Beyond - The Overland operates a train from Stawell Station to Southern Cross Station twice a week. Tickets cost $65–160 and the journey takes 4h 19m.

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