How to get from Dandenong to Colac by train?

From Dandenong to Colac by train

To get from Dandenong to Colac in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the CRANBOURNE train from Dandenong Railway Station station to Caulfield Railway Station 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 8 min. The train schedule from Dandenong may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Colac on the Moovit app.

188min
Train - CRANBOURNE
CRANBOURNE
Train - FRANKSTON
FRANKSTON
Train - GEELONG
GEELONG
Walk to Colac
Leaves from Dandenong Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Dandenong
  • 2
    Train - CRANBOURNECRANBOURNE
    Wait for train
    CRANBOURNE
    Sunbury Via Metro Tunnel
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Caulfield Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:CFD
    29 min
  • 4
    Train - FRANKSTONFRANKSTON
    Wait for train
    FRANKSTON
    Flinders Street Via City Loop
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    23 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    260 m • 4 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
    125 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 Dandenong to Colac

The distance between Dandenong, Melbourne and Colac, Melbourne is approximately 186.07 km, which can typically be travelled in 188 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dandenong to Colac by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train timetable from Dandenong to Colac

To check the train timetable from Dandenong to Colac using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Dandenong) 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 journey and stay up to date with the latest train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 188 minutes, using Train line CRANBOURNE, Train line FRANKSTON, Train line GEELONG.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 8 min.

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

    The CRANBOURNE train line goes from Caulfield Railway Station station near Dandenong to Southern Cross Railway Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Southern Cross Railway Station station near Colac in Melbourne.

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

    The total travel time between Dandenong and Colac in Melbourne by train is about 3 hr 8 min.

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

    Get on the CRANBOURNE train from the Caulfield Railway Station station near Dandenong in Melbourne.

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

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

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