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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Bruthen is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 5h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Bruthen is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Bruthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne station to Bruthen station. However, there are services departing from Flinder St Station/Flinders St and arriving at Station Rd/Great Alpine Rd via Traralgon Station/Princes St and Bairnsdale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Bruthen?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne station to Bruthen station. However, there are services departing from Flinders Street Station and arriving at Bairnsdale Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Bruthen?

The distance between Melbourne and Bruthen is 299 km. The road distance is 304.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Bruthen without a car is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs $13 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Melbourne to Bruthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Bruthen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Bruthen train from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne to Bruthen?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Bruthen is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $45 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Melbourne to Bruthen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Melbourne to Bruthen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Bruthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Bruthen is 305 km. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Melbourne to Bruthen.

Where can I stay near Bruthen?

There are 199+ hotels available in Bruthen.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Bairnsdale Stationtrain Traralgon
5h 27m
$13–18
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
6h 35m
$6–42
Drive 304.8 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Bruthencar 304.8 km
3h 35m
$55–80

Melbourne to Bruthen by train and bus

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5h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 298.8 km
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Bruthen, 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 Station Rd/Great Alpine Rd via Traralgon Station/Princes St and Bairnsdale in around 6h 35m.

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