What is the cheapest way to get from Rochester to Clayton?

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Clayton is to bus which costs $14 - $35 and takes 5h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rochester to Clayton?

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Clayton is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Clayton?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester station to Clayton. However, there are services departing from Rochester Station/Northern Hwy and arriving at Hourigan Ave/Clayton Rd via Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd and Blackburn Station/South Pde. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Clayton?

No, there is no direct train from Rochester station to Clayton station. However, there are services departing from Rochester Station and arriving at Clayton Station via Southern Cross Station/Collins St #D14 and Town Hall Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Rochester to Clayton?

The distance between Rochester and Clayton is 244 km. The road distance is 200.6 km.

How do I travel from Rochester to Clayton without a car?

The best way to get from Rochester to Clayton without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs $21 - $26.

How long does it take to get from Rochester to Clayton?

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Rochester to Clayton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Clayton bus from?

Rochester to Clayton bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Rochester Station/Northern Hwy.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Clayton train from?

Rochester to Clayton train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Rochester Station.

Train or bus from Rochester to Clayton?

The best way to get from Rochester to Clayton is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs $21 - $26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $14 - $35 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Rochester to Clayton bus arrive?

Rochester to Clayton bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd station.

Where does the Rochester to Clayton train arrive?

Rochester to Clayton train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Clayton?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Clayton is 201 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Rochester to Clayton.

Where can I stay near Clayton?

There are 5183+ hotels available in Clayton.

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There are 3 ways to get from Rochester to Clayton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rochester Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Bendigo
3h 43m
$22–25
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rochester Station/Northern Hwy to Melbourne Airport/Grants Rdbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd to Blackburn Station/Railway Rdbus 901
5h 37m
$14–31
Drive 200.6 km
1. Drive from Rochester to Claytoncar 200.6 km
2h 32m
$36–52

Rochester to Clayton by train and tram

21Weekly Services

3h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 243.7 km
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Rochester, VIC, Australia and Clayton, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Rochester Station to Southern Cross Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $9–14 and the journey takes 3h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochester Station/Northern Hwy to Hourigan Ave/Clayton Rd via Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd, Blackburn Station/Railway Rd, and Blackburn Station/South Pde in around 5h 37m.

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