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

The cheapest way to get from Greater Geelong to Melbourne is to drive which costs $11 - $16 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Greater Geelong to Melbourne is to drive which takes 44 min and costs $11 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Geelong and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Avalon Airport/Outside Terminal and arriving at Skybus Coach Terminal. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Geelong and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Geelong station to Melbourne station. However, there are services departing from Lara Station and arriving at Southern Cross Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Greater Geelong to Melbourne?

The distance between Greater Geelong and Melbourne is 67 km. The road distance is 61.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Greater Geelong to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs $13 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from Greater Geelong to Melbourne, including transfers.

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

Greater Geelong to Melbourne bus services, operated by SkyBus, depart from Avalon Airport/Outside Terminal station.

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

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

Train or bus from Greater Geelong to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Greater Geelong to Melbourne is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28 and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the Greater Geelong to Melbourne bus arrive?

Greater Geelong to Melbourne bus services, operated by SkyBus, arrive at Skybus Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Greater Geelong to Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Greater Geelong to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Geelong to Melbourne is 62 km. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Greater Geelong to Melbourne.

How do I get a bus ticket from Greater Geelong to Melbourne?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lara Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Geelong
1h 6m
$14–18
Drive 61.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Greater Geelong to Melbournecar 61.6 km
44 min
$12–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Avalon Airport/Outside Terminal to Skybus Coach Terminalbus Melbourne City - Avalon Airport
1h 10m
$28
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greater Geelong to Melbournetaxi 61.6 km
44 min
$140–170

Greater Geelong to Melbourne by bus and train

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Distance: 67.1 km
Duration: 1h 6m

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

V/Line operates a train from Lara Station to Southern Cross Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 51 min. Alternatively, SkyBus operates a bus from Avalon Airport/Outside Terminal to Skybus Coach Terminal every 4 hours. Tickets cost $28 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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