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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Kiata is to train and bus which costs $40 - $80 and takes 5h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Kiata is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs $65 - $95.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Kiata?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Kiata. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Hotel/Western Hwy via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Kiata?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne station to Kiata station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Station and arriving at Nhill Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Kiata?

The distance between Melbourne and Kiata is 378 km. The road distance is 361.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Kiata without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 53m and costs $40 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Melbourne to Kiata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Kiata bus from?

Melbourne to Kiata bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Kiata train from?

Melbourne to Kiata train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train or bus from Melbourne to Kiata?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Kiata is to train which takes 6h 12m and costs $130 - $280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $170 and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Melbourne to Kiata bus arrive?

Melbourne to Kiata bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Ballarat station.

Where does the Melbourne to Kiata train arrive?

Melbourne to Kiata train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at Nhill Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Kiata?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Kiata is 361 km. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Melbourne to Kiata.

Where can I stay near Kiata?

There are five+ hotels available in Kiata.

Melbourne to Kiata - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Hotel/Western Hwybus Coach
5h 53m
$42–77
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Nhill Stationtrain The Overland
6h 12m
$131–277
Drive 361.4 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Kiatacar 361.4 km
4h 25m
$65–94
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Ballaratbus Adelaide
2. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Hotel/Western Hwybus Coach
6h 13m
$128–164

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Distance: 377.8 km
Duration: 5h 53m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Kiata, VIC, Australia?

Journey Beyond - The Overland operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Nhill Station twice a week. Tickets cost $90–230 and the journey takes 5h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Kiata via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St and Hotel/Western Hwy in around 6h 13m.

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