What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne Zoo to Bendigo?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Zoo to Bendigo is to train which costs $14 - $19 and takes 2h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne Zoo to Bendigo?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Zoo to Bendigo is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Zoo and Bendigo?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Zoo to Bendigo station. However, there are services departing from Melrose St/Canning St and arriving at Bendigo Station/Railway Pl via Footscray Station/Irving St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne Zoo and Bendigo?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne Zoo station to Bendigo station. However, there are services departing from Royal Park Station and arriving at Bendigo Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Melbourne Zoo to Bendigo?

The distance between Melbourne Zoo and Bendigo is 168 km. The road distance is 147.6 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne Zoo to Bendigo without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne Zoo to Bendigo without a car is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs $14 - $19.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne Zoo to Bendigo?

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Melbourne Zoo to Bendigo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Zoo to Bendigo bus from?

Melbourne Zoo to Bendigo bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Footscray Station/Irving St.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Zoo to Bendigo train from?

Melbourne Zoo to Bendigo train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train or bus from Melbourne Zoo to Bendigo?

The best way to get from Melbourne Zoo to Bendigo is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs $14 - $19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7 - $27 and takes 3h 27m.

Where does the Melbourne Zoo to Bendigo bus arrive?

Melbourne Zoo to Bendigo bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Bendigo Station/Railway Pl.

Where does the Melbourne Zoo to Bendigo train arrive?

Melbourne Zoo to Bendigo train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Bendigo Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne Zoo to Bendigo?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Zoo to Bendigo is 148 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Melbourne Zoo to Bendigo.

Where can I stay near Bendigo?

There are 179+ hotels available in Bendigo.

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There are 3 ways to get from Melbourne Zoo to Bendigo by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Bendigo Stationtrain Bendigo
2h 45m
$14–18
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Bendigo Station/Railway Plbus Bendigo
3h 27m
$8–27
Drive 147.6 km
1. Drive from Melbourne Zoo to Bendigocar 147.6 km
1h 42m
$27–39

Melbourne Zoo to Bendigo by foot and train

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Distance: 167.9 km
Duration: 2h 45m

What companies run services between Melbourne Zoo, VIC, Australia and Bendigo, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Bendigo Station hourly. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Bendigo Station/Railway Pl 3 times a day. Tickets cost $2–21 and the journey takes 1h 43m.

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