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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Clunes is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 1h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Clunes is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs $23 - $35.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Clunes. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Airport and arriving at Butcher Shop/Service St via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

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

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Clunes is 145 km. The road distance is 130.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Clunes without a car is to bus which takes 2h 55m and costs $50 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Clunes, including transfers.

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

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Clunes bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, depart from Melbourne Airport station.

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

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Clunes bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, arrive at Ballarat station.

Can I drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Clunes?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Clunes is 130 km. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Clunes.

Where can I stay near Clunes?

There are 38+ hotels available in Clunes.

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

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

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballaratbus
2. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Butcher Shop/Service Stbus Coach
2h 55m
$53–64
Drive 130.4 km
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1. Drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Clunescar 130.4 km
1h 35m
$24–34
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus Sunshine Railway Station - Melbourne Airport
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Clunes Stationtrain Ballarat
3h 12m
$37–41
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Melbourne-MEL to Clunesrideshare 130.4 km
1h 35m

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Clunes by bus

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2h 55mAverage Duration

$53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 145.4 km
Duration: 2h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Melbourne Airport to Butcher Shop/Service St via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St in around 2h 55m.

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