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

The cheapest way to get from Williamstown to Bairnsdale is to train which costs $15 - $20 and takes 5h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Williamstown to Bairnsdale is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Williamstown and Bairnsdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Williamstown to Bairnsdale. However, there are services departing from Knight St/Victoria St and arriving at Bairnsdale via Flinder St Station/Flinders St and Traralgon Station/Princes St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Williamstown and Bairnsdale?

No, there is no direct train from Williamstown station to Bairnsdale station. However, there are services departing from North Williamstown Station and arriving at Bairnsdale Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Williamstown to Bairnsdale?

The distance between Williamstown and Bairnsdale is 287 km. The road distance is 290.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Williamstown to Bairnsdale without a car is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs $15 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Williamstown to Bairnsdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Williamstown to Bairnsdale bus from?

Williamstown to Bairnsdale bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Flinder St Station/Flinders St.

Where do I catch the Williamstown to Bairnsdale train from?

Williamstown to Bairnsdale train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Flinders Street Station.

Train or bus from Williamstown to Bairnsdale?

The best way to get from Williamstown to Bairnsdale is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs $15 - $20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $14 - $50 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Williamstown to Bairnsdale bus arrive?

Williamstown to Bairnsdale bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Traralgon Station/Princes St.

Where does the Williamstown to Bairnsdale train arrive?

Williamstown to Bairnsdale train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Bairnsdale Station.

Can I drive from Williamstown to Bairnsdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Williamstown to Bairnsdale is 291 km. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Williamstown to Bairnsdale.

Where can I stay near Bairnsdale?

There are 199+ hotels available in Bairnsdale.

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

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1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Bairnsdale Stationtrain Traralgon
5h 16m
$15–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Flinder St Station/Flinders St to Traralgon Station/Princes Stbus Traralgon
2. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Bairnsdalebus Traralgon
6h 45m
$15–50
Drive 290.7 km
1. Drive from Williamstown to Bairnsdalecar 290.7 km
3h 25m
$52–76

Williamstown to Bairnsdale by train

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Distance: 287.2 km
Duration: 5h 16m

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

V/Line operates a train from Flinders Street Station to Bairnsdale Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $10–14 and the journey takes 3h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Knight St/Victoria St to Bairnsdale via Hopkins St/Leeds St, Footscray Station, Flinders Street Station, Flinder St Station/Flinders St, and Traralgon Station/Princes St in around 6h 45m.

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