What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Barwon Heads?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Barwon Heads is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 1h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Barwon Heads?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Barwon Heads is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Barwon Heads?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Barwon Heads. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and arriving at Barwon Heads Rd/Sheepwash Rd via Sunshine Station/City Pl and Marshall Station/Marshalltown Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Barwon Heads?

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Barwon Heads is 110 km. The road distance is 102.9 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Barwon Heads without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Barwon Heads without a car is to bus and train and line 55 bus which takes 3h 8m and costs $42 - $46.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Barwon Heads?

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Barwon Heads, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Barwon Heads bus from?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Barwon Heads bus services, operated by SkyBus, depart from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr station.

Where does the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Barwon Heads bus arrive?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Barwon Heads bus services, operated by SkyBus, arrive at Sunshine Station/Dickson St.

Can I drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Barwon Heads?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Barwon Heads is 103 km. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Barwon Heads.

Where can I stay near Barwon Heads?

There are 1452+ hotels available in Barwon Heads.

Can I share a ride from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Barwon Heads?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Barwon Heads. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Barwon Heads - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Barwon Heads by bus, train, rideshare, or car

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Bus, train, line 55 bus
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1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to South Geelong Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Lonsdale St/Moorabool St to Barwon Heads Rd/Sheepwash Rdbus 55
3h 8m
$42–46
Drive 102.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Barwon Headscar 102.9 km
1h 18m
$19–27
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Melbourne-MEL to Barwon Headsrideshare 102.9 km
1h 18m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus Sunshine Railway Station - Melbourne Airport
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/City Pl to Marshall Station/Marshalltown Rdbus Geelong
3h 42m
$35–49

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Barwon Heads by bus and train

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Distance: 109.8 km
Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between Melbourne Airport (MEL), Australia and Barwon Heads, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Barwon Heads Rd/Sheepwash Rd via Sunshine Station/Dickson St, Sunshine Station/City Pl, and Marshall Station/Marshalltown Rd in around 3h 42m.

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