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

The cheapest way to get from Newstead to Melbourne is to bus and train which costs $8 - $23 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newstead to Melbourne is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs $24 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Newstead and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Newstead to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Panmure St/Pyrenees Hwy and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St via Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Newstead to Melbourne?

The distance between Newstead and Melbourne is 150 km. The road distance is 135.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Newstead to Melbourne without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 35m and costs $8 - $23.

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Newstead to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newstead to Melbourne bus from?

Newstead to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St.

Where does the Newstead to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Newstead to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Newstead to Melbourne is 135 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Newstead to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5286+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Panmure St/Pyrenees Hwy to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy Stbus Coach
2. Take the train from Castlemaine Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Bendigo
2h 35m
$8–23
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Bendigo
3h 1m
$2–30
Drive 135.2 km
1. Drive from Newstead to Melbournecar 135.2 km
1h 36m
$25–35

Newstead to Melbourne by bus and train

24Weekly Services

2h 35mAverage Duration

$8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 149.6 km
Duration: 2h 35m

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

V-Line Buses operates a bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St 3 times a week. Tickets cost $2–19 and the journey takes 1h 37m.

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