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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Footscray is to train which costs $9 - $14 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Footscray is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Footscray?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester station to Footscray. However, there are services departing from Rochester Station/Northern Hwy and arriving at Leeds St/Hopkins St via Lonsdale St/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Footscray?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rochester Station station and arriving at Footscray Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Rochester to Footscray?

The distance between Rochester and Footscray is 218 km. The road distance is 180.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Footscray without a car is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs $9 - $14.

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

The train from Rochester Station to Footscray Station takes 2h 52m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Footscray bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rochester to Footscray train from?

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

Train or bus from Rochester to Footscray?

The best way to get from Rochester to Footscray is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs $9 - $14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $27 and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Rochester to Footscray bus arrive?

Rochester to Footscray bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where does the Rochester to Footscray train arrive?

Rochester to Footscray train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Footscray Station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Footscray?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Footscray is 180 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Rochester to Footscray.

Where can I stay near Footscray?

There are 5234+ hotels available in Footscray.

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

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best
1. Take the train from Rochester Station to Footscray Stationtrain Bendigo
2h 52m
$9–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rochester Station/Northern Hwy to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Coach
3h 2m
$9–27
Drive 180.1 km
1. Drive from Rochester to Footscraycar 180.1 km
2h 17m
$33–47

Rochester to Footscray by train

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2h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 218.1 km
Duration: 2h 52m

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

V/Line operates a train from Rochester Station to Footscray Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $9–14 and the journey takes 2h 52m. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Rochester Station/Northern Hwy to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St twice daily. Tickets cost $2–21 and the journey takes 2h 36m.

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