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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Rutherglen is to train and bus which costs $10 - $26 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Rutherglen is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Rutherglen?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Rutherglen. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St and arriving at High St/Murray St via Wangaratta Station/Norton St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Rutherglen?

The distance between Melbourne and Rutherglen is 275 km. The road distance is 277.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Rutherglen without a car is to train and bus via Wangaratta which takes 4h 7m and costs $24 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Melbourne to Rutherglen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Rutherglen bus from?

Melbourne to Rutherglen bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St station.

Where does the Melbourne to Rutherglen bus arrive?

Melbourne to Rutherglen bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Wangaratta Station, Norton St.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Rutherglen?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Rutherglen is 277 km. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Melbourne to Rutherglen.

Where can I stay near Rutherglen?

There are 52+ hotels available in Rutherglen.

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

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

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Train, bus via Wangaratta
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Wangaratta Stationtrain 622 / ...
2. Take the bus from Wangaratta Station/Norton St to High St/Murray Stbus Coach
4h 7m
$24–164
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Wangaratta Stationtrain Seymour
2. Take the bus from Wangaratta Station/Norton St to High St/Murray Stbus Coach
4h 15m
$11–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St to Wangaratta Station, Norton Stbus 6408 / ...
2. Take the bus from Wangaratta Station/Norton St to High St/Murray Stbus Coach
4h 43m
$21–41
Drive 277.3 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Rutherglencar 277.3 km
3h 5m
$50–72

Melbourne to Rutherglen by train and bus

10Weekly Services

4h 7mAverage Duration

$24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 274.9 km
Duration: 4h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St to High St/Murray St via Wangaratta Station/Norton St in around 4h 43m.

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