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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Melbourne is to bus and train which costs $10 - $35 and takes 4h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Melbourne is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Hamilton station to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Station/Station St and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Ballarat. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Melbourne?

The distance between Hamilton and Melbourne is 292 km. The road distance is 287.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Melbourne without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 12m and costs $10 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Hamilton to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Melbourne bus from?

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

Where does the Hamilton to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hamilton to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Melbourne is 287 km. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Hamilton to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5303+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Hamilton to Melbourne 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 Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
4h 12m
$11–32
Drive 287.3 km
1. Drive from Hamilton to Melbournecar 287.3 km
3h 30m
$52–75
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
4h 35m
$239–409
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hamilton Station/Station St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
4h 55m
$98–119

Hamilton to Melbourne by bus and train

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4h 12mAverage Duration

$11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 292.2 km
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Hamilton Station/Station St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Ballarat in around 4h 55m.

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