What is the cheapest way to get from Lara to Swan Hill?

The cheapest way to get from Lara to Swan Hill is to train which costs $18 - $27 and takes 6h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lara to Swan Hill?

The fastest way to get from Lara to Swan Hill is to drive which takes 4h 12m and costs $65 - $95.

Is there a direct bus between Lara and Swan Hill?

No, there is no direct bus from Lara station to Swan Hill station. However, there are services departing from Lara Station/Hicks St and arriving at Swan Hill Station/Curlewis St via Footscray Station/Irving St and Bendigo Station/Railway Pl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Lara and Swan Hill?

No, there is no direct train from Lara station to Swan Hill station. However, there are services departing from Lara Station and arriving at Swan Hill Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Lara to Swan Hill?

The distance between Lara and Swan Hill is 400 km. The road distance is 361.3 km.

How do I travel from Lara to Swan Hill without a car?

The best way to get from Lara to Swan Hill without a car is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs $18 - $27.

How long does it take to get from Lara to Swan Hill?

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Lara to Swan Hill, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lara to Swan Hill bus from?

Lara to Swan Hill bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Lara Station/Hicks St.

Where do I catch the Lara to Swan Hill train from?

Lara to Swan Hill train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Lara Station.

Train or bus from Lara to Swan Hill?

The best way to get from Lara to Swan Hill is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs $18 - $27. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5 - $60 and takes 6h 43m.

Where does the Lara to Swan Hill bus arrive?

Lara to Swan Hill bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Footscray Station/Irving St.

Where does the Lara to Swan Hill train arrive?

Lara to Swan Hill train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Footscray Station.

Can I drive from Lara to Swan Hill?

Yes, the driving distance between Lara to Swan Hill is 361 km. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Lara to Swan Hill.

Where can I stay near Swan Hill?

There are 31+ hotels available in Swan Hill.

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There are 3 ways to get from Lara to Swan Hill by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lara Station to Footscray Stationtrain Geelong
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Swan Hill Stationtrain Bendigo
6h 17m
$18–26
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lara Station/Hicks St to Footscray Station/Irving Stbus
2. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Bendigo Station/Railway Plbus
3. Take the bus from Bendigo Station/Railway Pl to Swan Hill Station/Curlewis Stbus
6h 43m
$5–56
Drive 361.3 km
1. Drive from Lara to Swan Hillcar 361.3 km
4h 12m
$65–94

Lara to Swan Hill by train

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6h 17mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 400.2 km
Duration: 6h 17m

What companies run services between Lara, VIC, Australia and Swan Hill, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Lara Station to Swan Hill Station via Footscray Station in around 6h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lara Station/Hicks St to Swan Hill Station/Curlewis St via Footscray Station/Irving St and Bendigo Station/Railway Pl in around 6h 43m.

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