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

The cheapest way to get from Macarthur to Melbourne is to bus and train which costs $11 - $28 and takes 5h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macarthur to Melbourne is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs $55 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Macarthur and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Macarthur to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Eversley St/Hamilton - Port Fairy Rd and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Ararat station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

How far is it from Macarthur to Melbourne?

The distance between Macarthur and Melbourne is 342 km. The road distance is 306.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Macarthur to Melbourne without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 21m and costs $11 - $28.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Macarthur to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macarthur to Melbourne bus from?

Macarthur to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Eversley St/Hamilton - Port Fairy Rd station.

Where does the Macarthur to Melbourne bus arrive?

Macarthur to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Ararat station.

Can I drive from Macarthur to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Macarthur to Melbourne is 307 km. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Macarthur to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5289+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Macarthur to Melbourne by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Eversley St/Hamilton - Port Fairy Rd to Warrnambool Station/Merri Stbus Coach
2. Take the train from Warrnambool Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Geelong
5h 21m
$11–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Eversley St/Hamilton - Port Fairy Rd to Araratbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Ararat station to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
7h 1m
$98–119
Drive 306.5 km
1. Drive from Macarthur to Melbournecar 306.5 km
3h 33m
$55–80
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
6h 6m
$249–401

Macarthur to Melbourne by bus and train

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5h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 342.4 km
Duration: 5h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Eversley St/Hamilton - Port Fairy Rd to Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Ararat station in around 7h 1m.

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