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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Woolsthorpe is to train which costs $11 - $26 and takes 4h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Woolsthorpe is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Woolsthorpe?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Woolsthorpe. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and arriving at General Store/Warrnambool-Caramut Rd via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St and Hamilton Station/Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Woolsthorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne station to Woolsthorpe station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Station and arriving at Warrnambool Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Woolsthorpe?

The distance between Melbourne and Woolsthorpe is 298 km. The road distance is 257.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Woolsthorpe without a car is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs $11 - $26.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Melbourne to Woolsthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Woolsthorpe bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Woolsthorpe train from?

Melbourne to Woolsthorpe train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train or bus from Melbourne to Woolsthorpe?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Woolsthorpe is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs $11 - $26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $4 - $55 and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Melbourne to Woolsthorpe bus arrive?

Melbourne to Woolsthorpe bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St.

Where does the Melbourne to Woolsthorpe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Woolsthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Woolsthorpe is 257 km. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Melbourne to Woolsthorpe.

Where can I stay near Woolsthorpe?

There are 383+ hotels available in Woolsthorpe.

Melbourne to Woolsthorpe - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Warrnambool Stationtrain Geelong
4h 59m
$11–26
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus
2. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Hamilton Station/Station Stbus
3. Take the bus from Hamilton Station/Station St to General Store/Warrnambool-Caramut Rdbus
6h 47m
$5–51
Drive 257.1 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Woolsthorpecar 257.1 km
3h 17m
$47–67

Melbourne to Woolsthorpe by train and bus

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Distance: 297.8 km
Duration: 4h 59m

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

V/Line operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Warrnambool Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $10–14 and the journey takes 3h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to General Store/Warrnambool-Caramut Rd via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St and Hamilton Station/Station St in around 6h 47m.

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