What is the cheapest way to get from Reservoir to Bairnsdale?

The cheapest way to get from Reservoir to Bairnsdale is to train which costs $15 - $20 and takes 5h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reservoir to Bairnsdale?

The fastest way to get from Reservoir to Bairnsdale is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Reservoir and Bairnsdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Reservoir to Bairnsdale. However, there are services departing from Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd and arriving at Bairnsdale via Clifton Hill Interchange/Queens Pde, Richmond Station/Punt Rd and Traralgon Station/Princes St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Reservoir and Bairnsdale?

No, there is no direct train from Reservoir station to Bairnsdale station. However, there are services departing from Reservoir Station and arriving at Bairnsdale Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Reservoir to Bairnsdale?

The distance between Reservoir and Bairnsdale is 287 km. The road distance is 289.5 km.

How do I travel from Reservoir to Bairnsdale without a car?

The best way to get from Reservoir to Bairnsdale without a car is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs $15 - $20.

How long does it take to get from Reservoir to Bairnsdale?

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Reservoir to Bairnsdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reservoir to Bairnsdale bus from?

Reservoir to Bairnsdale bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Richmond Station/Punt Rd.

Where do I catch the Reservoir to Bairnsdale train from?

Reservoir to Bairnsdale train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Flinders Street Station.

Train or bus from Reservoir to Bairnsdale?

The best way to get from Reservoir to Bairnsdale is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs $15 - $20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $45 and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Reservoir to Bairnsdale bus arrive?

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

Where does the Reservoir to Bairnsdale train arrive?

Reservoir to Bairnsdale train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Bairnsdale Station.

Can I drive from Reservoir to Bairnsdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Reservoir to Bairnsdale is 289 km. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Reservoir to Bairnsdale.

Where can I stay near Bairnsdale?

There are 200+ hotels available in Bairnsdale.

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There are 3 ways to get from Reservoir to Bairnsdale by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Bairnsdale Stationtrain Traralgon
5h 21m
$16–20
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Richmond Station/Punt Rd to Traralgon Station/Princes Stbus Traralgon
2. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Bairnsdalebus Traralgon
6h 47m
$9–44
Drive 289.5 km
1. Drive from Reservoir to Bairnsdalecar 289.5 km
3h 26m
$52–75

Reservoir to Bairnsdale by train

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Distance: 287.3 km
Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Reservoir, VIC, Australia and Bairnsdale, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Flinders Street Station to Bairnsdale Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $10–14 and the journey takes 3h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd to Bairnsdale via Clifton Hill Interchange/Queens Pde, Richmond Station/Punt Rd, and Traralgon Station/Princes St in around 6h 47m.

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