What is the cheapest way to get from Miners Rest to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Miners Rest to Melbourne is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Miners Rest to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Miners Rest to Melbourne is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Miners Rest and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Miners Rest to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Miners Rest SC/Raglan St and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St via Wendouree Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Miners Rest and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Miners Rest station to Melbourne station. However, there are services departing from Wendouree Station and arriving at Southern Cross Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Miners Rest to Melbourne?

The distance between Miners Rest and Melbourne is 126 km. The road distance is 118.1 km.

How do I travel from Miners Rest to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Miners Rest to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs $13 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Miners Rest to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Miners Rest to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Miners Rest to Melbourne bus from?

Miners Rest to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Wendouree Station.

Where do I catch the Miners Rest to Melbourne train from?

Miners Rest to Melbourne train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Wendouree Station.

Train or bus from Miners Rest to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Miners Rest to Melbourne is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $24 and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Miners Rest to Melbourne bus arrive?

Miners Rest to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where does the Miners Rest to Melbourne train arrive?

Miners Rest to Melbourne train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Miners Rest to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Miners Rest to Melbourne is 118 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Miners Rest to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wendouree Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 16m
$14–18
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Wendouree Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Ballarat
4h 13m
$7–24
Drive 118.1 km
1. Drive from Miners Rest to Melbournecar 118.1 km
1h 23m
$22–31

Miners Rest to Melbourne by bus and train

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Distance: 125.7 km
Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between Miners Rest, VIC, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Wendouree Station to Southern Cross Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 35m. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Wendouree Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St twice daily. Tickets cost $1–18 and the journey takes 2h 57m.

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