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

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Melton is to bus and train which costs $16 - $40 and takes 3h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Melton is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs $45 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Melton?

No, there is no direct bus from Hamilton station to Melton. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Station/Station St and arriving at Melton via Ballarat. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Melton?

The distance between Hamilton and Melton is 257 km. The road distance is 250.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Hamilton to Melton without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 54m and costs $16 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Hamilton to Melton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Melton bus from?

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

Where does the Hamilton to Melton bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hamilton to Melton?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Melton is 250 km. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Hamilton to Melton.

Where can I stay near Melton?

There are 300+ hotels available in Melton.

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

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

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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 Melton Stationtrain Ballarat
3h 54m
$17–38
Drive 250.1 km
1. Drive from Hamilton to Meltoncar 250.1 km
2h 58m
$45–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hamilton Station/Station St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Ballarat to Meltonbus Melbourne
4h 10m
$98–119
Bus via Melton
1. Take the bus from Hamilton Station/Station St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Ballarat to Meltonbus
4h 47m
$56–73

Hamilton to Melton by bus and train

14Weekly Services

3h 54mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 257.4 km
Duration: 3h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Hamilton Station/Station St to Melton via Ballarat in around 4h 10m.

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