What is the cheapest way to get from Swan Hill to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Swan Hill to Melbourne is to train which costs $10 - $15 and takes 4h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swan Hill to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Swan Hill to Melbourne is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs $60 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Swan Hill and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Swan Hill Station/Curlewis St station and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. The journey takes approximately 5h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Swan Hill and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Swan Hill Station station and arriving at Southern Cross Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Swan Hill to Melbourne?

The distance between Swan Hill and Melbourne is 345 km. The road distance is 333.8 km.

How do I travel from Swan Hill to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Swan Hill to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs $10 - $15.

How long does it take to get from Swan Hill to Melbourne?

The train from Swan Hill Station to Southern Cross Station takes 4h 38m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Swan Hill to Melbourne bus from?

Swan Hill to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Swan Hill Station/Curlewis St.

Where do I catch the Swan Hill to Melbourne train from?

Swan Hill to Melbourne train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Swan Hill Station.

Train or bus from Swan Hill to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Swan Hill to Melbourne is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs $10 - $15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $4 - $35 and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Swan Hill to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Swan Hill to Melbourne train arrive?

Swan Hill to Melbourne train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Swan Hill to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Swan Hill to Melbourne is 334 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Swan Hill to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5303+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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There are 3 ways to get from Swan Hill to Melbourne by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swan Hill Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Bendigo
4h 38m
$10–15
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swan Hill Station/Curlewis St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Bendigo
5h 39m
$4–35
Drive 333.8 km
1. Drive from Swan Hill to Melbournecar 333.8 km
3h 50m
$60–87

Swan Hill to Melbourne by train

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Distance: 345.4 km
Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Swan Hill, VIC, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Swan Hill Station to Southern Cross Station twice daily. Tickets cost $10–15 and the journey takes 4h 38m. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Swan Hill Station/Curlewis St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St 3 times a week. Tickets cost $4–35 and the journey takes 5h 39m.

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