What is the cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Footscray?

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Footscray is to bus and train which costs $10 - $35 and takes 4h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hamilton to Footscray?

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Footscray is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Footscray?

No, there is no direct bus from Hamilton station to Footscray. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Station/Station St and arriving at Leeds St/Hopkins St via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St and Lonsdale St/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Footscray?

The distance between Hamilton and Footscray is 287 km. The road distance is 281 km.

How do I travel from Hamilton to Footscray without a car?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Footscray without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 2m and costs $10 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Hamilton to Footscray?

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Hamilton to Footscray, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Footscray bus from?

Hamilton to Footscray bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Hamilton Station/Station St.

Where does the Hamilton to Footscray bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hamilton to Footscray?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Footscray is 281 km. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Hamilton to Footscray.

Where can I stay near Footscray?

There are 5251+ hotels available in Footscray.

Hamilton to Footscray - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Hamilton to Footscray by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Hamilton Station/Station St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
2. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Footscray Stationtrain Ballarat
4h 2m
$11–32
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hamilton Station/Station St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Coach / ...
5h 16m
$10–42
Drive 281 km
1. Drive from Hamilton to Footscraycar 281 km
3h 22m
$51–73
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Hamilton Station/Station St to Tourist Information Centre/Jubilee Hwy Eastbus
2. Fly from Mount Gambier Airport (MGB) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane MGB - MEL
5h 4m
$245–415

Hamilton to Footscray by bus and train

14Weekly Services

4h 2mAverage Duration

$11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 287 km
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Hamilton, VIC, Australia and Footscray, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Hamilton Station/Station St to Leeds St/Hopkins St via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St, Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, and Lonsdale St/Spencer St in around 5h 16m.

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