What is the cheapest way to get from Port Fairy to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Port Fairy to Melbourne is to train which costs $10 - $25 and takes 4h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Fairy to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Port Fairy to Melbourne is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Port Fairy and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Port Fairy to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Port Fairy Visitor Centre/Bank St and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Ararat station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Port Fairy and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Port Fairy station to Melbourne station. However, there are services departing from Warrnambool Station and arriving at Southern Cross Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Port Fairy to Melbourne?

The distance between Port Fairy and Melbourne is 294 km. The road distance is 282.8 km.

How do I travel from Port Fairy to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Port Fairy to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs $10 - $25.

How long does it take to get from Port Fairy to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Port Fairy to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Port Fairy to Melbourne bus from?

Port Fairy to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Port Fairy Visitor Centre/Bank St station.

Where do I catch the Port Fairy to Melbourne train from?

Port Fairy to Melbourne train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Warrnambool Station.

Train or bus from Port Fairy to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Port Fairy to Melbourne is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs $10 - $25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $130 and takes 7h 36m.

Where does the Port Fairy to Melbourne bus arrive?

Port Fairy to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Ararat station.

Where does the Port Fairy to Melbourne train arrive?

Port Fairy to Melbourne train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Port Fairy to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Fairy to Melbourne is 283 km. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Port Fairy to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5305+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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There are 4 ways to get from Port Fairy to Melbourne by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Warrnambool Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Geelong
4h 42m
$10–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Fairy Visitor Centre/Bank St to Araratbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Ararat station to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
7h 36m
$98–123
Drive 282.8 km
1. Drive from Port Fairy to Melbournecar 282.8 km
3h 23m
$51–74
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Port Fairy Visitor Centre/Bank St to Tourist Information Centre/Jubilee Hwy Eastbus
2. Fly from Mount Gambier Airport (MGB) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane MGB - MEL
5h 6m
$240–413

Port Fairy to Melbourne by bus and train

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Distance: 293.7 km
Duration: 4h 42m

What companies run services between Port Fairy, VIC, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Warrnambool Station to Southern Cross Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $10–14 and the journey takes 3h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Fairy Visitor Centre/Bank St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Ararat station in around 7h 36m.

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