What is the cheapest way to get from Melton to Bairnsdale?

The cheapest way to get from Melton to Bairnsdale is to train which costs $21 - $26 and takes 6h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melton to Bairnsdale?

The fastest way to get from Melton to Bairnsdale is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Melton and Bairnsdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Melton to Bairnsdale. However, there are services departing from Melton and arriving at Bairnsdale via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Traralgon Station/Princes St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Melton and Bairnsdale?

No, there is no direct train from Melton station to Bairnsdale station. However, there are services departing from Sunshine Station and arriving at Bairnsdale Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Melton to Bairnsdale?

The distance between Melton and Bairnsdale is 321 km. The road distance is 320.9 km.

How do I travel from Melton to Bairnsdale without a car?

The best way to get from Melton to Bairnsdale without a car is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs $21 - $26.

How long does it take to get from Melton to Bairnsdale?

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Melton to Bairnsdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melton to Bairnsdale bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melton to Bairnsdale train from?

Melton to Bairnsdale train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Flinders Street Station.

Train or bus from Melton to Bairnsdale?

The best way to get from Melton to Bairnsdale is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs $21 - $26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $140 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Melton to Bairnsdale bus arrive?

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

Where does the Melton to Bairnsdale train arrive?

Melton to Bairnsdale train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Bairnsdale Station.

Can I drive from Melton to Bairnsdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Melton to Bairnsdale is 321 km. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Melton to Bairnsdale.

Where can I stay near Bairnsdale?

There are 200+ hotels available in Bairnsdale.

Melton to Bairnsdale - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Melton to Bairnsdale by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Bairnsdale Stationtrain Traralgon
6h 20m
$22–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Traralgon Station/Princes Stbus Traralgon
2. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Bairnsdalebus Traralgon
6h 55m
$98–137
Drive 320.9 km
1. Drive from Melton to Bairnsdalecar 320.9 km
3h 44m
$58–83

Melton to Bairnsdale by bus and train

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Distance: 321 km
Duration: 6h 20m

What companies run services between Melton, VIC, Australia and Bairnsdale, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Flinders Street Station to Bairnsdale Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $10–14 and the journey takes 3h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Melton to Bairnsdale via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, and Traralgon Station/Princes St in around 6h 55m.

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