What is the cheapest way to get from South Melbourne to Geelong?

The cheapest way to get from South Melbourne to Geelong is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 1h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Melbourne to Geelong?

The fastest way to get from South Melbourne to Geelong is to drive which takes 53 min and costs $12 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between South Melbourne and Geelong?

No, there is no direct bus from South Melbourne to Geelong station. However, there are services departing from Ferrars St/City Rd and arriving at Geelong Station/Railway Tce via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

Is there a direct train between South Melbourne and Geelong?

No, there is no direct train from South Melbourne station to Geelong station. However, there are services departing from South Melbourne Station/Light Rail #127 and arriving at Geelong Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from South Melbourne to Geelong?

The distance between South Melbourne and Geelong is 82 km. The road distance is 72 km.

How do I travel from South Melbourne to Geelong without a car?

The best way to get from South Melbourne to Geelong without a car is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs $13 - $18.

How long does it take to get from South Melbourne to Geelong?

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from South Melbourne to Geelong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Melbourne to Geelong bus from?

South Melbourne to Geelong bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where do I catch the South Melbourne to Geelong train from?

South Melbourne to Geelong train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train or bus from South Melbourne to Geelong?

The best way to get from South Melbourne to Geelong is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $22 and takes 2h 27m.

Where does the South Melbourne to Geelong bus arrive?

South Melbourne to Geelong bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Geelong Station/Railway Tce.

Where does the South Melbourne to Geelong train arrive?

South Melbourne to Geelong train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Geelong Station.

Can I drive from South Melbourne to Geelong?

Yes, the driving distance between South Melbourne to Geelong is 72 km. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from South Melbourne to Geelong.

Where can I stay near Geelong?

There are 897+ hotels available in Geelong.

South Melbourne to Geelong - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from South Melbourne to Geelong by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Geelong Stationtrain Geelong
1h 23m
$14–18
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Geelong Station/Railway Tcebus Geelong
2h 27m
$7–22
Drive 72 km
1. Drive from South Melbourne to Geelongcar 72 km
53 min
$13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Melbourne to Geelongtaxi 72 km
53 min
$160–200

South Melbourne to Geelong by tram and train

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Distance: 82.2 km
Duration: 1h 23m

What companies run services between South Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Geelong, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Geelong Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 3m. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Geelong Station/Railway Tce 5 times a week. Tickets cost $1–16 and the journey takes 1h 3m.

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