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

The cheapest way to get from Macleod to Bairnsdale is to train which costs $15 - $20 and takes 5h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macleod to Bairnsdale is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Macleod and Bairnsdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Macleod to Bairnsdale. However, there are services departing from Kingsbury Dr/Waterdale Rd and arriving at Bairnsdale via Clifton Hill Interchange/Queens Pde, Richmond Station/Punt Rd and Traralgon Station/Princes St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Macleod and Bairnsdale?

No, there is no direct train from Macleod station to Bairnsdale station. However, there are services departing from Macleod Station and arriving at Bairnsdale Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Macleod to Bairnsdale?

The distance between Macleod and Bairnsdale is 290 km. The road distance is 284.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Macleod to Bairnsdale without a car is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs $15 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Macleod to Bairnsdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macleod to Bairnsdale bus from?

Macleod to Bairnsdale bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Richmond Station/Punt Rd.

Where do I catch the Macleod to Bairnsdale train from?

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

Train or bus from Macleod to Bairnsdale?

The best way to get from Macleod to Bairnsdale is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs $15 - $20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $45 and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Macleod to Bairnsdale bus arrive?

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

Where does the Macleod to Bairnsdale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Macleod to Bairnsdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Macleod to Bairnsdale is 285 km. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Macleod to Bairnsdale.

Where can I stay near Bairnsdale?

There are 201+ hotels available in Bairnsdale.

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There are 3 ways to get from Macleod 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 23m
$16–20
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Richmond Station/Punt Rd to Traralgon Station/Princes Stbus Traralgon
2. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Bairnsdalebus Traralgon
6h 51m
$9–44
Drive 284.6 km
1. Drive from Macleod to Bairnsdalecar 284.6 km
3h 24m
$51–74

Macleod to Bairnsdale by train

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Distance: 290.1 km
Duration: 5h 23m

What companies run services between Macleod, 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 Kingsbury Dr/Waterdale Rd to Bairnsdale via Clifton Hill Interchange/Queens Pde, Richmond Station/Punt Rd, and Traralgon Station/Princes St in around 6h 51m.

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