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 - $17 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 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Geelong and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Geelong to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Avalon Airport/Outside Terminal and arriving at Skybus Coach Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 16m.

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 13m.

How far is it from Greater Geelong to Melbourne?

The distance between Greater Geelong and Melbourne is 74 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 13m and costs $35 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 13m 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 13m and costs $35 - $40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $65 and takes 1h 16m.

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.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5349+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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 13m
$35–39
Drive 61.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Greater Geelong to Melbournecar 61.6 km
44 min
$12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Avalon Airport/Outside Terminal to Skybus Coach Terminalbus Melbourne City - Avalon Airport
1h 16m
$58–63
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greater Geelong to Melbournetaxi 61.6 km
44 min
$140–170

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Distance: 73.7 km
Duration: 1h 13m

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 $6 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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