How to get from Altona to Colac by train?

From Altona to Colac by train

To get from Altona to Colac in Melbourne, take the WERRIBEE train from Westona Railway Station station to Footscray Station station. Next, take the GEELONG train from Footscray Station station to Colac Railway Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 35 min. The train schedule from Altona may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Colac on the Moovit app.

155min
Train - WERRIBEE
WERRIBEE
Train - GEELONG
GEELONG
Walk to Colac
Leaves from Westona Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Altona
  • 2
    Train - WERRIBEEWERRIBEE
    Wait for train
    WERRIBEE
    Flinders Street Via Altona Loop
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Footscray Station
    ID 26508
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Footscray Station
    ID 22240
    200 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - GEELONGGEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG
    Warrnambool
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Colac Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:COL
    112 min
  • 7
    Walk to Colac
    Walk to
    Colac
    110 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Altona to Colac by bus and train

To get from Altona to Colac in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 903 bus from Altona Station/Railway St South station to Sunshine Station/Dickson St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GEELONG train and finally take the GEELONG train from Geelong Railway Station station to Colac Railway Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 7 min. The train schedule from Altona may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Colac on the Moovit app.

187min
Walk to bus stationBus - 903
903
Train - GEELONG
GEELONG
Train - GEELONG
GEELONG
Walk to Colac
Leaves from Altona Station/Railway St South

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Altona Station/Railway St South
    ID 40920
    1.6 km • 21 min
  • 2
    Bus - 903903
    Wait for bus
    903
    Mordialloc Sc
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sunshine Station/Dickson St
    ID 40947
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Sunshine Station
    ID vic:rail:SUN
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - GEELONGGEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG
    Waurn Ponds
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Geelong Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:GEL
    48 min
  • 7
    Train - GEELONGGEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG
    Warrnambool
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Colac Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:COL
    62 min
  • 9
    Walk to Colac
    Walk to
    Colac
    110 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Altona to Colac

The distance between Altona, Melbourne and Colac, Melbourne is approximately 160.88 km, which can typically be travelled in 155 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Altona to Colac by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Altona to Colac

To check the train schedule from Altona to Colac using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Altona) and destination (Colac), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest train schedules.

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From Altona to Colac by bus and train

To get from Altona to Colac in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 903 bus from Altona Station/Railway St South station to Sunshine Station/Dickson St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GEELONG train and finally take the GEELONG train from Geelong Railway Station station to Colac Railway Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 7 min. The train schedule from Altona may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Colac on the Moovit app.

187min
Walk to bus stationBus - 903
903
Train - GEELONG
GEELONG
Train - GEELONG
GEELONG
Walk to Colac
Leaves from Altona Station/Railway St South

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Altona Station/Railway St South
    ID 40920
    1.6 km • 21 min
  • 2
    Bus - 903903
    Wait for bus
    903
    Mordialloc Sc
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sunshine Station/Dickson St
    ID 40947
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Sunshine Station
    ID vic:rail:SUN
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - GEELONGGEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG
    Waurn Ponds
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Geelong Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:GEL
    48 min
  • 7
    Train - GEELONGGEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG
    Warrnambool
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Colac Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:COL
    62 min
  • 9
    Walk to Colac
    Walk to
    Colac
    110 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Altona to Colac?

    The fastest way takes 155 minutes, using Train line WERRIBEE, Train line GEELONG.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Altona to Colac?

    The alternative route takes 187 minutes, using Bus line 903, Train line GEELONG, Train line GEELONG.

  • Is there a direct train between Altona and Colac in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 35 min.

  • Which train line goes from Altona to Colac in Melbourne?

    The WERRIBEE train line goes from Footscray Station station near Altona to Footscray Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Footscray Station station near Colac in Melbourne.

  • How long does it take to travel from Altona to Colac in Melbourne by train?

    The total travel time between Altona and Colac in Melbourne by train is about 2 hr 35 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Altona to get to Colac in Melbourne?

    Get on the WERRIBEE train from the Footscray Station station near Altona in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Altona and Colac in Melbourne?

    Get off the train at the Footscray Station station, which is closest to Colac in Melbourne.

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