What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Mount Helen?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Mount Helen is to train and line 21 bus which costs $14 - $18 and takes 2h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Mount Helen?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Mount Helen is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Mount Helen?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Mount Helen. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Residence Dr/University Dr via Ballarat Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Mount Helen?

The distance between Melbourne and Mount Helen is 123 km. The road distance is 112.1 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Mount Helen without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Mount Helen without a car is to train and line 21 bus which takes 2h 8m and costs $14 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Mount Helen?

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Melbourne to Mount Helen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Mount Helen bus from?

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

Where does the Melbourne to Mount Helen bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Mount Helen?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Mount Helen is 112 km. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Melbourne to Mount Helen.

Where can I stay near Mount Helen?

There are 204+ hotels available in Mount Helen.

Melbourne to Mount Helen - 3 ways to travel via train, line 21 bus, bus

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

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Train, line 21 bus
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1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the bus from Ballarat Station to Residence Dr/University Drbus 21 / ...
2h 8m
$15–18
Bus, line 21 bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Ballaratbus Adelaide
2. Take the bus from Ballarat Station to Residence Dr/University Drbus 21 / ...
2h 28m
$101–105
Drive 112.1 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Mount Helencar 112.1 km
1h 25m
$21–30

Melbourne to Mount Helen by train and bus

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2h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 123.4 km
Duration: 2h 8m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Mount Helen, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Residence Dr/University Dr via Ballarat and Ballarat Station in around 2h 28m.

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