How to get from Burwood to Colac by train and tram?

From Burwood to Colac by train and tram

To get from Burwood to Colac in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one tram line and 2 train lines: take the 70 tram from Elgar Rd/Riversdale Rd #61 station to Richmond Station/Swan St #8 station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the FRANKSTON train and finally take the GEELONG train from Southern Cross Railway Station station to Colac Railway Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 4 min. The train and tram schedule from Burwood may change. We recommend you check the updated train and tram schedule to Colac on the Moovit app.

184min
Walk to tram stationTram - 70
70
Train - FRANKSTON
FRANKSTON
Train - GEELONG
GEELONG
Walk to Colac
Leaves from Elgar Rd/Riversdale Rd #61

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    Elgar Rd/Riversdale Rd #61
    ID 19421
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Tram - 7070
    Wait for tram
    70
    Rod Laver Arena - Stop 7b
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    Richmond Station/Swan St #8
    ID 19278
    31 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Richmond Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:RMD
    100 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - FRANKSTONFRANKSTON
    Wait for train
    FRANKSTON
    Flinders Street Via City Loop
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    9 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    260 m • 4 min
  • 8
    Train - GEELONGGEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG
    Warrnambool
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Colac Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:COL
    120 min
  • 10
    Walk to Colac
    Walk to
    Colac
    110 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Burwood to Colac

The distance between Burwood, Melbourne and Colac, Melbourne is approximately 169.45 km, which can typically be travelled in 184 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Burwood to Colac by train and tram, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train And Tram timetable from Burwood to Colac

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

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 184 minutes, using Tram line 70, Train line FRANKSTON, Train line GEELONG.

  • Is there a direct tram between Burwood and Colac in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take one tram line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 4 min.

  • Which tram line goes from Burwood to Colac in Melbourne?

    The 70 tram line goes from Elgar Rd/Riversdale Rd #61 station near Burwood to Richmond Station/Swan St #8 station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Richmond Station/Swan St #8 station near Colac in Melbourne.

  • How long does it take to travel from Burwood to Colac in Melbourne by tram and train?

    The total travel time between Burwood and Colac in Melbourne by tram and train is about 3 hr 4 min.

  • Where do I get on the tram near Burwood to get to Colac in Melbourne?

    Get on the 70 tram from the Elgar Rd/Riversdale Rd #61 station near Burwood in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the tram when travelling between Burwood and Colac in Melbourne?

    Get off the tram at the Richmond Station/Swan St #8 station, which is closest to Colac in Melbourne.

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