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

The cheapest way to get from Rutherglen to Melbourne is to bus and train via Southern Cross Station which costs $9 - $26 and takes 4h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rutherglen to Melbourne is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Rutherglen and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Rutherglen to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from High St/Murray St and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St via Wangaratta Station, Norton St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Rutherglen to Melbourne?

The distance between Rutherglen and Melbourne is 275 km. The road distance is 279.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Rutherglen to Melbourne without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 10m and costs $23 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Rutherglen to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rutherglen to Melbourne bus from?

Rutherglen to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from High St/Murray St station.

Where does the Rutherglen to Melbourne bus arrive?

Rutherglen to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Wangaratta Station/Norton St.

Can I drive from Rutherglen to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Rutherglen to Melbourne is 279 km. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Rutherglen to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5288+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from High St/Murray St to Wangaratta Station/Norton Stbus Coach
2. Take the train from Wangaratta Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
4h 10m
$24–172
Bus, train via Southern Cross Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from High St/Murray St to Wangaratta Station/Norton Stbus Coach
2. Take the train from Wangaratta Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Seymour
4h 24m
$10–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from High St/Murray St to Wangaratta Station/Norton Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Wangaratta Station, Norton St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer Stbus 6107 / ...
4h 43m
$21–41
Drive 279.3 km
1. Drive from Rutherglen to Melbournecar 279.3 km
3h 4m
$50–72

Rutherglen to Melbourne by bus and train

11Weekly Services

4h 10mAverage Duration

$24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 275 km
Duration: 4h 10m

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

You can take a bus from High St/Murray St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St via Wangaratta Station, Norton St in around 4h 43m.

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