What is the cheapest way to get from Lakes Entrance to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Lakes Entrance to Melbourne is to train which costs $10 - $26 and takes 5h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lakes Entrance to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Lakes Entrance to Melbourne is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Lakes Entrance and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Lakes Entrance station to Melbourne station. However, there are services departing from Police Station/Roadknight St and arriving at Flinder St Station/Flinders St via Traralgon Station/Princes St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Lakes Entrance and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Lakes Entrance station to Melbourne station. However, there are services departing from Bairnsdale Station and arriving at Flinders Street Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Lakes Entrance to Melbourne?

The distance between Lakes Entrance and Melbourne is 321 km. The road distance is 318.2 km.

How do I travel from Lakes Entrance to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Lakes Entrance to Melbourne without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 17m and costs $11 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Lakes Entrance to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Lakes Entrance to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lakes Entrance to Melbourne bus from?

Lakes Entrance to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Police Station/Roadknight St.

Where do I catch the Lakes Entrance to Melbourne train from?

Lakes Entrance to Melbourne train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Bairnsdale Station.

Train or bus from Lakes Entrance to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Lakes Entrance to Melbourne is to train which takes 5h 25m and costs $10 - $26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $4 - $40 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Lakes Entrance to Melbourne bus arrive?

Lakes Entrance to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Traralgon Station/Princes St.

Where does the Lakes Entrance to Melbourne train arrive?

Lakes Entrance to Melbourne train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Flinders Street Station.

Can I drive from Lakes Entrance to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Lakes Entrance to Melbourne is 318 km. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Lakes Entrance to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5305+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Lakes Entrance to Melbourne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Lakes Entrance to Melbourne by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Police Station/Roadknight St to Traralgon Station/Princes Stbus Coach
2. Take the train from Traralgon Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Traralgon
5h 17m
$11–32
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Police Station/Roadknight St to Traralgon Station/Princes Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Flinder St Station/Flinders Stbus Traralgon
5h 50m
$4–39
Train
1. Take the train from Bairnsdale Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Traralgon
5h 25m
$11–25
Drive 318.2 km
1. Drive from Lakes Entrance to Melbournecar 318.2 km
3h 46m
$58–83

Lakes Entrance to Melbourne by bus and train

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5h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 321.4 km
Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Lakes Entrance, VIC, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Bairnsdale Station to Flinders Street Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $10–14 and the journey takes 3h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Police Station/Roadknight St to Flinder St Station/Flinders St via Traralgon Station/Princes St in around 5h 50m.

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