What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Clifton Springs?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Clifton Springs is to train and line 60 bus which costs $14 - $18 and takes 2h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Clifton Springs?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Clifton Springs is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs $16 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Clifton Springs?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Clifton Springs. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and arriving at Connie St/Beacon Point via Geelong Station/Railway Tce. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Clifton Springs?

The distance between Melbourne and Clifton Springs is 103 km. The road distance is 95.6 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Clifton Springs without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Clifton Springs without a car is to train and line 60 bus which takes 2h 21m and costs $14 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Clifton Springs?

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Melbourne to Clifton Springs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Clifton Springs bus from?

Melbourne to Clifton Springs bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where does the Melbourne to Clifton Springs bus arrive?

Melbourne to Clifton Springs bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Geelong Station/Railway Tce.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Clifton Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Clifton Springs is 96 km. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Melbourne to Clifton Springs.

Where can I stay near Clifton Springs?

There are 993+ hotels available in Clifton Springs.

Melbourne to Clifton Springs - 4 ways to travel via train, line 60 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Melbourne to Clifton Springs by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 60 bus
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Geelong Stationtrain Geelong
2. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Whitcombes Rd/Portarlington Rdbus 60
2h 21m
$14–17
Bus, line 61 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Geelong Station/Railway Tcebus Geelong
2. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Connie St/Beacon Pointbus 61
2h 41m
$7–21
Drive 95.6 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Clifton Springscar 95.6 km
1h 15m
$17–25
Train, line 61 bus
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Geelong Stationtrain Geelong
2. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Connie St/Beacon Pointbus 61
2h 41m
$14–17

Melbourne to Clifton Springs by train and bus

108Weekly Services

2h 21mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 102.8 km
Duration: 2h 21m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Clifton Springs, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Connie St/Beacon Point via Geelong Station/Railway Tce in around 2h 41m.

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