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

The cheapest way to get from Paynesville to Melbourne is to train which costs $12 - $18 and takes 5h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paynesville to Melbourne is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Paynesville and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Paynesville to Melbourne station. However, there are services departing from King St/Paynesville Rd and arriving at Flinder St Station/Flinders St via Bairnsdale and Traralgon Station/Princes St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Paynesville and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Paynesville 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 9m.

How far is it from Paynesville to Melbourne?

The distance between Paynesville and Melbourne is 289 km. The road distance is 293.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Paynesville to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs $12 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Paynesville to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paynesville to Melbourne bus from?

Paynesville to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Bairnsdale station.

Where do I catch the Paynesville to Melbourne train from?

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

Train or bus from Paynesville to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Paynesville to Melbourne is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs $12 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5 - $45 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Paynesville to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Paynesville to Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paynesville to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Paynesville to Melbourne is 293 km. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Paynesville to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bairnsdale Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Traralgon
5h 9m
$13–17
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bairnsdale to Traralgon Station/Princes Stbus Traralgon / ...
2. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Flinder St Station/Flinders Stbus Traralgon
6h 24m
$6–40
Drive 293.5 km
1. Drive from Paynesville to Melbournecar 293.5 km
3h 24m
$53–76

Paynesville to Melbourne by bus and train

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Distance: 289.5 km
Duration: 5h 9m

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

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. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King St/Paynesville Rd to Flinder St Station/Flinders St via Bairnsdale and Traralgon Station/Princes St in around 6h 24m.

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