What is the cheapest way to get from North Melbourne to Geelong?

The cheapest way to get from North Melbourne to Geelong is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 1h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from North Melbourne to Geelong?

The fastest way to get from North Melbourne to Geelong is to drive which takes 54 min and costs $12 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between North Melbourne and Geelong?

No, there is no direct bus from North Melbourne to Geelong station. However, there are services departing from Dryburgh St/Haines St and arriving at Geelong Station/Railway Tce via Footscray Station/Irving St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

Is there a direct train between North Melbourne and Geelong?

No, there is no direct train from North Melbourne station to Geelong station. However, there are services departing from Arden Station and arriving at Geelong Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from North Melbourne to Geelong?

The distance between North Melbourne and Geelong is 79 km. The road distance is 71.8 km.

How do I travel from North Melbourne to Geelong without a car?

The best way to get from North Melbourne to Geelong without a car is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs $13 - $18.

How long does it take to get from North Melbourne to Geelong?

It takes approximately 1h 12m to get from North Melbourne to Geelong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the North Melbourne to Geelong bus from?

North Melbourne to Geelong bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Dryburgh St/Haines St station.

Where do I catch the North Melbourne to Geelong train from?

North Melbourne to Geelong train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Footscray Station.

Train or bus from North Melbourne to Geelong?

The best way to get from North Melbourne to Geelong is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can line 402 bus and bus, which costs $6 - $21 and takes 2h 16m.

Where does the North Melbourne to Geelong bus arrive?

North Melbourne to Geelong bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Footscray Station/Irving St.

Where does the North Melbourne to Geelong train arrive?

North Melbourne to Geelong train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Geelong Station.

Can I drive from North Melbourne to Geelong?

Yes, the driving distance between North Melbourne to Geelong is 72 km. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from North Melbourne to Geelong.

Where can I stay near Geelong?

There are 891+ hotels available in Geelong.

North Melbourne to Geelong - 4 ways to travel via train, line 402 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from North Melbourne to Geelong by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Footscray Station to Geelong Stationtrain Geelong
1h 12m
$14–18
Line 402 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dryburgh St/Haines St to Footscray Station/Irving Stbus 402
2. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Geelong Station/Railway Tcebus Geelong
2h 16m
$7–21
Drive 71.8 km
1. Drive from North Melbourne to Geelongcar 71.8 km
54 min
$13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from North Melbourne to Geelongtaxi 71.8 km
54 min
$160–200

North Melbourne to Geelong by train

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1h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 78.5 km
Duration: 1h 12m

What companies run services between North Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Geelong, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Footscray Station to Geelong Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dryburgh St/Haines St to Geelong Station/Railway Tce via Footscray Station/Irving St in around 2h 16m.

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