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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Bairnsdale is to train which costs $10 - $14 and takes 3h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Bairnsdale is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Bairnsdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne station to Bairnsdale. However, there are services departing from Flinder St Station/Flinders St and arriving at Bairnsdale via Traralgon Station/Princes St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Bairnsdale?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Flinders Street Station station and arriving at Bairnsdale Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Bairnsdale?

The distance between Melbourne and Bairnsdale is 274 km. The road distance is 279.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Bairnsdale without a car is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs $10 - $14.

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

The train from Flinders Street Station to Bairnsdale Station takes 3h 52m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Bairnsdale bus from?

Melbourne to Bairnsdale bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Flinder St Station/Flinders St.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Bairnsdale train from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne to Bairnsdale?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Bairnsdale is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs $10 - $14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $40 and takes 5h.

Where does the Melbourne to Bairnsdale bus arrive?

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

Where does the Melbourne to Bairnsdale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Bairnsdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Bairnsdale is 280 km. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Melbourne 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 Melbourne 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
3h 52m
$10–14
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Flinder St Station/Flinders St to Traralgon Station/Princes Stbus Traralgon
2. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Bairnsdalebus Traralgon
5h
$3–38
Drive 279.5 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Bairnsdalecar 279.5 km
3h 15m
$51–73

Melbourne to Bairnsdale by train

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Distance: 273.6 km
Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between Melbourne, 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 Flinder St Station/Flinders St to Bairnsdale via Traralgon Station/Princes St in around 5h.

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