What is the cheapest way to get from South Yarra to Portarlington?

The cheapest way to get from South Yarra to Portarlington is to train and line 60 bus which costs $19 - $24 and takes 2h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Yarra to Portarlington?

The fastest way to get from South Yarra to Portarlington is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between South Yarra and Portarlington?

No, there is no direct bus from South Yarra to Portarlington. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and arriving at Portarlington Town Centre/Newcombe St via Geelong Station/Railway Tce. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct ferry between South Yarra and Portarlington?

No, there is no direct ferry from South Yarra to Portarlington. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Docklands and arriving at Portarlington via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from South Yarra to Portarlington?

The distance between South Yarra and Portarlington is 54 km. The road distance is 105.2 km.

How do I travel from South Yarra to Portarlington without a car?

The best way to get from South Yarra to Portarlington without a car is to ferry which takes 2h 34m and costs $32.

How long does it take to get from South Yarra to Portarlington?

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from South Yarra to Portarlington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Yarra to Portarlington bus from?

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

Where does the South Yarra to Portarlington bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Yarra to Portarlington?

Yes, the driving distance between South Yarra to Portarlington is 105 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from South Yarra to Portarlington.

Where can I stay near Portarlington?

There are 694+ hotels available in Portarlington.

South Yarra to Portarlington - 4 ways to travel via train, and ferry

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There are 4 ways to get from South Yarra to Portarlington by ferry, train, bus, or car

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Melbourne Docklands to Portarlingtonferry Docklands to Portarlington
2h 34m
$32
Bus, line 60 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Geelong Station/Railway Tcebus Geelong
2. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Portarlington Town Centre/Newcombe Stbus 60
3h 50m
$13–28
Train, line 60 bus
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Geelong Stationtrain Geelong
2. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Portarlington Town Centre/Newcombe Stbus 60
2h 55m
$20–24
Drive 105.2 km
1. Drive from South Yarra to Portarlingtoncar 105.2 km
1h 23m
$19–27

South Yarra to Portarlington by train, foot, and ferry

14Weekly Services

2h 34mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 53.8 km
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between South Yarra, VIC, Australia and Portarlington, VIC, Australia?

Port Phillip Ferries operates a ferry from Melbourne Docklands to Portarlington twice daily. Tickets cost $26 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from South Yarra Station to Portarlington Town Centre/Newcombe St via Southern Cross Station, Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, and Geelong Station/Railway Tce in around 3h 50m.

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