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

The cheapest way to get from Nicholson to Melbourne is to train which costs $10 - $24 and takes 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Nicholson to Melbourne is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Nicholson and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Nicholson to Melbourne station. However, there are services departing from General Store/Princes Hwy and arriving at Flinder St Station/Flinders St via Traralgon Station/Princes St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Nicholson and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Nicholson station to Melbourne station. However, there are services departing from Bairnsdale Station and arriving at Flinders Street Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Nicholson to Melbourne?

The distance between Nicholson and Melbourne is 294 km. The road distance is 291.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Nicholson to Melbourne without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 47m and costs $10 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Nicholson to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nicholson to Melbourne bus from?

Nicholson to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from General Store/Princes Hwy station.

Where do I catch the Nicholson to Melbourne train from?

Nicholson to Melbourne train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Bairnsdale Station.

Train or bus from Nicholson to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Nicholson to Melbourne is to bus which takes 5h 20m and costs $3 - $40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $10 - $24 and takes 5h.

Where does the Nicholson to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Nicholson to Melbourne train arrive?

Nicholson to Melbourne train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Flinders Street Station.

Can I drive from Nicholson to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Nicholson to Melbourne is 292 km. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Nicholson to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

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Nicholson to Melbourne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from General Store/Princes Hwy to Traralgon Station/Princes Stbus Coach
2. Take the train from Traralgon Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Traralgon
4h 47m
$11–31
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from General Store/Princes Hwy to Traralgon Station/Princes Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Flinder St Station/Flinders Stbus Traralgon
5h 20m
$4–38
Drive 291.6 km
1. Drive from Nicholson to Melbournecar 291.6 km
3h 25m
$53–76
Train
1. Take the train from Bairnsdale Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Traralgon
5h
$10–24

Nicholson to Melbourne by bus and train

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4h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 294.5 km
Duration: 4h 47m

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

You can take a bus from General Store/Princes Hwy to Flinder St Station/Flinders St via Traralgon Station/Princes St in around 5h 20m. Alternatively, V/Line operates a train from Bairnsdale Station to Flinders Street Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $10–14 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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