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2 h 28 min
216 km.
from $11
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Melbourne to Great Western

Composite routes from Melbourne to Great Western

Cheapest
2 h 28 min
Car
216 km.
from $11
Other
5 h 25 min
200 km.
from $47.72

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 4
Firefly Express
Website
V-Line Buses
Website
Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus
Website
Sandlant Buses
Website
Firefly Express
Website
3h 30m
Twice daily
$42.95–$58.10
1300 730 740
1300 730 740
Call
V-Line Buses
Website
1h 30m
Twice daily
$1.07–$11.37
+61 3 9662 2505
+61 3 9662 2505
Call
Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus
Website
1h 30m
Every 3 hours
$35.48
03 5333 4181
03 5333 4181
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Sandlant Buses
Website
1h 25m
Once a week
Train operators
Found: 2
V/Line
Website
Journey Beyond - The Overland
Website
V/Line
Website
2h 28m
4 times a day
$5.68–$7.58
1800 800 007
1800 800 007
Call
Journey Beyond - The Overland
Website
3h 28m
Twice a week
$25.26–$69.47
1800 703 357
1800 703 357
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Great Western?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Great Western is to drive which costs $27.17 - $40.22 and takes 2h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Great Western?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Great Western is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs $27.17 - $40.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Great Western?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Great Western. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Cuibitt St/Western Hwy via Ararat. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Great Western?

The distance between Melbourne and Great Western is 222 km. The road distance is 221.4 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Great Western without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Great Western without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs $5.11 - $65.22 .

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Great Western?

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Melbourne to Great Western, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Great Western bus from?

Melbourne to Great Western bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Train or bus from Melbourne to Great Western?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Great Western is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs $5.11 - $65.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $36.96 - $59.78 and takes 4h 44m.

Where does the Melbourne to Great Western bus arrive?

Melbourne to Great Western bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Ararat station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Great Western?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Great Western is 221 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Melbourne to Great Western.

Where can I stay near Great Western?

There are 45+ hotels available in Great Western. Prices start at $62.79 per night.
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