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

The cheapest way to get from Peterborough to Melbourne is to bus and train which costs $10 - $27 and takes 5h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Peterborough to Melbourne is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Peterborough and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Peterborough to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Peterborough General Store/Macs St and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Warrnambool Station/Merri St and Ballarat. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

How far is it from Peterborough to Melbourne?

The distance between Peterborough and Melbourne is 322 km. The road distance is 235.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Peterborough to Melbourne without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 17m and costs $10 - $27.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Peterborough to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Peterborough to Melbourne bus from?

Peterborough to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Peterborough General Store/Macs St station.

Where does the Peterborough to Melbourne bus arrive?

Peterborough to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Warrnambool Station/Merri St.

Can I drive from Peterborough to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Peterborough to Melbourne is 235 km. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Peterborough to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5298+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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

How to get fromPeterborough to Melbourne

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Peterborough to Melbourne by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Peterborough General Store/Macs St to Warrnambool Station/Merri Stbus Coach
2. Take the train from Warrnambool Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Geelong
5h 17m
$11–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Peterborough General Store/Macs St to Warrnambool Station/Merri Stbus
2. Take the bus from Warrnambool Station/Merri St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus
3. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus
7h 25m
$98–134
Drive 235.4 km
1. Drive from Peterborough to Melbournecar 235.4 km
3h 5m
$43–61
Bus, train via Apollo Bay
1. Take the bus from Peterborough General Store/Macs St to Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rdbus
2. Take the bus from Visitor Information Centre/Great Ocean Rd to Geelong Station/Railway Tcebus
3. Take the train from Geelong Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
7h 46m
$11–45

Peterborough to Melbourne by bus and train

4Weekly Services

5h 17mAverage Duration

$11Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Peterborough to Melbourne.

Launch map view

Distance: 321.9 km
Duration: 5h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Peterborough General Store/Macs St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Warrnambool Station/Merri St and Ballarat in around 7h 25m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Australia

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.