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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Melbourne to Rochester

Composite routes from Melbourne to Rochester

Cheapest
2 h 14 min
Car
176 km.
from $9

Transport providers

Train operators

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Southern Cross to Rochester
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$5.81–$8.21

Bus operators

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Rochester
Ave. Duration:
2h 29m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$1.90–$15.17

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Rochester?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Rochester is to train which costs $5 - $7.07 and takes 2h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Rochester?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Rochester is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs $21.74 - $32.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Rochester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and arriving at Rochester Station/Northern Hwy station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Rochester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southern Cross and arriving at Rochester. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Rochester?

The distance between Melbourne and Rochester is 190 km. The road distance is 178.4 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Rochester without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Rochester without a car is to bus which takes 2h 29m and costs $1.63 - $13.04 .

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Rochester?

The bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Rochester Station/Northern Hwy takes 2h 29m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Rochester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Rochester train from?

Melbourne to Rochester train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Southern Cross station.

Train or bus from Melbourne to Rochester?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Rochester is to bus which takes 2h 29m and costs $1.63 - $13.04 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $5 - $7.07 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Melbourne to Rochester bus arrive?

Melbourne to Rochester bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Rochester Station/Northern Hwy.

Where does the Melbourne to Rochester train arrive?

Melbourne to Rochester train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Rochester station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Rochester is 178 km. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Melbourne to Rochester.

Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are two+ hotels available in Rochester. Prices start at $71.64 per night.
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