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

The cheapest way to get from Rye to Bairnsdale is to bus and train which costs $15 - $20 and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rye to Bairnsdale is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Rye and Bairnsdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Rye to Bairnsdale. However, there are services departing from Elgan Ave/Point Nepean Rd and arriving at Bairnsdale via Frankston, Dandenong Station/Foster St and Traralgon Station/Princes St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 36m.

How far is it from Rye to Bairnsdale?

The distance between Rye and Bairnsdale is 311 km. The road distance is 295.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Rye to Bairnsdale without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 25m and costs $15 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Rye to Bairnsdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rye to Bairnsdale bus from?

Rye to Bairnsdale bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Elgan Ave/Point Nepean Rd station.

Where does the Rye to Bairnsdale bus arrive?

Rye to Bairnsdale bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Frankston station.

Can I drive from Rye to Bairnsdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Rye to Bairnsdale is 296 km. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Rye to Bairnsdale.

Where can I stay near Bairnsdale?

There are 198+ hotels available in Bairnsdale.

Rye to Bairnsdale - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Elgan Ave/Point Nepean Rd to Frankstonbus 788
2. Take the train from Dandenong Station to Bairnsdale Stationtrain Traralgon
6h 25m
$16–20
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elgan Ave/Point Nepean Rd to Frankstonbus 788
2. Take the bus from Dandenong Station/Foster St to Traralgon Station/Princes Stbus
3. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Bairnsdalebus
7h 36m
$8–42
Drive 295.7 km
1. Drive from Rye to Bairnsdalecar 295.7 km
3h 37m
$53–76

Rye to Bairnsdale by bus and train

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6h 25mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 311.5 km
Duration: 6h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Elgan Ave/Point Nepean Rd to Bairnsdale via Frankston, Dandenong Station/Foster St, and Traralgon Station/Princes St in around 7h 36m.

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