What is the cheapest way to get from Kew to Bairnsdale?

The cheapest way to get from Kew to Bairnsdale is to train which costs $15 - $20 and takes 5h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kew to Bairnsdale?

The fastest way to get from Kew to Bairnsdale is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Kew and Bairnsdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Kew to Bairnsdale. However, there are services departing from Kew Junction/Princess St and arriving at Bairnsdale via Flinder St Station/Flinders St and Traralgon Station/Princes St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Kew and Bairnsdale?

No, there is no direct train from Kew to Bairnsdale station. However, there are services departing from High St/Cotham Rd #34 and arriving at Bairnsdale Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Kew to Bairnsdale?

The distance between Kew and Bairnsdale is 280 km. The road distance is 276 km.

How do I travel from Kew to Bairnsdale without a car?

The best way to get from Kew to Bairnsdale without a car is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs $15 - $20.

How long does it take to get from Kew to Bairnsdale?

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Kew to Bairnsdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kew to Bairnsdale bus from?

Kew to Bairnsdale bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Flinder St Station/Flinders St.

Where do I catch the Kew to Bairnsdale train from?

Kew to Bairnsdale train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Flinders Street Station.

Train or bus from Kew to Bairnsdale?

The best way to get from Kew to Bairnsdale is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs $15 - $20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $45 and takes 6h 44m.

Where does the Kew to Bairnsdale bus arrive?

Kew to Bairnsdale bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Traralgon Station/Princes St.

Where does the Kew to Bairnsdale train arrive?

Kew to Bairnsdale train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Bairnsdale Station.

Can I drive from Kew to Bairnsdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Kew to Bairnsdale is 276 km. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Kew to Bairnsdale.

Where can I stay near Bairnsdale?

There are 198+ hotels available in Bairnsdale.

Kew to Bairnsdale - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Kew to Bairnsdale by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Bairnsdale Stationtrain Traralgon
5h 24m
$16–20
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Flinder St Station/Flinders St to Traralgon Station/Princes Stbus Traralgon
2. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Bairnsdalebus Traralgon
6h 44m
$9–44
Drive 276 km
1. Drive from Kew to Bairnsdalecar 276 km
3h 13m
$49–71

Kew to Bairnsdale by tram, foot, and train

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Distance: 280.5 km
Duration: 5h 24m

What companies run services between Kew, VIC, Australia and Bairnsdale, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Flinders Street Station to Bairnsdale Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $10–14 and the journey takes 3h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kew Junction/Princess St to Bairnsdale via Little Collins St/Queen St, Flinder St Station/Flinders St, and Traralgon Station/Princes St in around 6h 44m.

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