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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Stratford is to train which costs $9 - $14 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Stratford is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Stratford?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne station to Stratford. However, there are services departing from Flinder St Station/Flinders St and arriving at Memorial Park/Princes Hwy via Traralgon Station/Princes St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Stratford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Flinders Street Station station and arriving at Stratford Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Stratford?

The distance between Melbourne and Stratford is 221 km. The road distance is 228.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Stratford without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs $9 - $14.

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

The train from Flinders Street Station to Stratford Station takes 3h 12m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Stratford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Stratford train from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne to Stratford?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Stratford is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs $9 - $14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $35 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Melbourne to Stratford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Melbourne to Stratford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Stratford?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Stratford is 229 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Melbourne to Stratford.

Where can I stay near Stratford?

There are 40+ hotels available in Stratford.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Stratford Stationtrain Traralgon
3h 12m
$9–14
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 Memorial Park/Princes Hwybus Traralgon
4h 20m
$3–34
Drive 228.6 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Stratfordcar 228.6 km
2h 39m
$41–60

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Distance: 221 km
Duration: 3h 12m

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

V/Line operates a train from Flinders Street Station to Stratford Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $9–14 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Flinder St Station/Flinders St to Memorial Park/Princes Hwy via Traralgon Station/Princes St in around 4h 20m.

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