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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Geelong is to bus and train which costs $10 - $29 and takes 4h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Geelong is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Geelong?

No, there is no direct bus from Hamilton station to Geelong station. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Station/Station St and arriving at Geelong Station/Railway Tce via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Geelong?

The distance between Hamilton and Geelong is 299 km. The road distance is 232.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Geelong without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 47m and costs $10 - $29.

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Hamilton to Geelong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Geelong bus from?

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

Where does the Hamilton to Geelong bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hamilton to Geelong?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Geelong is 233 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Hamilton to Geelong.

Where can I stay near Geelong?

There are 897+ hotels available in Geelong.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Hamilton Station/Station St to Warrnambool Station/Merri Stbus Coach
2. Take the train from Warrnambool Station to Geelong Stationtrain Geelong
4h 47m
$10–29
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 Geelong Station/Railway Tcebus Coach
4h 50m
$4–35
Drive 232.7 km
1. Drive from Hamilton to Geelongcar 232.7 km
2h 47m
$42–61
Bus, train via Ararat
1. Take the bus from Hamilton Station/Station St to Araratbus Coach
2. Take the train from Ararat Station to North Shore Stationtrain The Overland
6h 53m
$63–144

Hamilton to Geelong by bus and train

10Weekly Services

4h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 298.6 km
Duration: 4h 47m

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

You can take a bus from Hamilton Station/Station St to Geelong Station/Railway Tce via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St in around 4h 50m.

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