How to get from Geelong to Alma by bus and train?

From Geelong to Alma by bus and train

To get from Geelong to Alma in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG bus from South Geelong Railway Station (South Geelong) station to Footscray station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON train and finally take the BENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGH bus from Ballarat Railway Station/Lydiard St (Ballarat Central) station to George Cook Rd/Ballarat - Maryborough Rd (Daisy Hill) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 9 hr 37 min. The ride fare is A$24.54.

577minA$24.54
Walk to bus stationBus - GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
Train - BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
Bus - BENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGH
BENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGH
Leaves from South Geelong Railway Station (South Geelong)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    South Geelong Railway Station (South Geelong)
    ID 20344
    1.99 km • 26 min
  • 2
    Bus - GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONGGEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
    Wait for bus
    GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
    Melbourne
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Footscray
    155 min
  • 4
    Train - BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTONBALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
    Ballarat
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ballarat Station
    81 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ballarat Railway Station/Lydiard St (Ballarat Central)
    ID 82
    90 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - BENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGHBENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGH
    Wait for bus
    BENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGH
    Bendigo
  • 8
    Ride to bus station George Cook Rd/Ballarat - Maryborough Rd (Daisy Hill)
    Ride to bus station
    George Cook Rd/Ballarat - Maryborough Rd (Daisy Hill)
    ID 36614
    60 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Geelong to Alma

The distance between Geelong, Melbourne and Alma, Melbourne is approximately 260.72 km, which can typically be travelled in 577 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Geelong to Alma by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Geelong

Geelong is located at Geelong, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Geelong Station/Railway Tce (Geelong).

Train stations close to Geelong:

  • South Geelong
  • North Geelong

Bus stations close to Geelong:

  • Geelong Station/Railway Tce (Geelong)
  • Geelong Railway Station (Geelong)
  • Brougham St/Mercer St (Geelong)

Public transport stations close to Alma, Melbourne

Alma is located at Alma, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is George Cook Rd/Ballarat - Maryborough Rd (Daisy Hill).

Train stations close to Alma:

  • Maryborough

Bus stations close to Alma:

  • George Cook Rd/Ballarat - Maryborough Rd (Daisy Hill)

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Geelong to Alma?

    The fastest way takes 577 minutes, using Bus line GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG, Bus line BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON, Bus line BENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGH.

  • Is there a direct bus between Geelong and Alma?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 9 hr 37 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Geelong to Alma?

    The GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG bus line goes from South Geelong Railway Station (South Geelong) station near Geelong in Geelong to Melbourne station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Melbourne station near Alma in Melbourne.

  • How long does it take to travel from Geelong to Alma by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Geelong in Geelong and Alma in Melbourne by bus and train is about 9 hr 37 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Geelong to get to Alma?

    Get on the GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG bus from the South Geelong Railway Station (South Geelong) stop near Geelong in Geelong.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Geelong and Alma?

    Get off the bus at the Melbourne stop, which is closest to Alma in Melbourne.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Geelong to Alma?

    The ride from Geelong to Alma costs A$24.54.

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