How to get from Gowanbrae to Colac by bus and train?

From Gowanbrae to Colac by bus and train

To get from Gowanbrae to Colac in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 542 bus from Valley Cres/Augustine Tce station to Broadmeadows Library/Pascoe Vale Rd station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the CRAIGIEBURN 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 58 min. The bus and train schedule from Gowanbrae may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Colac on the Moovit app.

238min
Walk to bus stationBus - 542
542
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Train - GEELONG
GEELONG
Walk to Colac
Leaves from Valley Cres/Augustine Tce

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Valley Cres/Augustine Tce
    ID 7767
    1.97 km • 25 min
  • 2
    Bus - 542542
    Wait for bus
    542
    Roxburgh Park
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Broadmeadows Library/Pascoe Vale Rd
    ID 21480
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Broadmeadows
    100 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    Flinders Street
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    29 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    250 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
    121 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 Gowanbrae to Colac

The distance between Gowanbrae, Melbourne and Colac, Melbourne is approximately 175.52 km, which can typically be travelled in 238 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Gowanbrae to Colac by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Gowanbrae to Colac

To check the bus and train timetable from Gowanbrae to Colac using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Gowanbrae) and destination (Colac), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and 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 bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 238 minutes, using Bus line 542, Train line CRAIGIEBURN, Train line GEELONG.

  • Is there a direct bus between Gowanbrae and Colac in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 58 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Gowanbrae to Colac in Melbourne?

    The 542 bus line goes from Valley Cres/Augustine Tce station near Gowanbrae to Broadmeadows Library/Pascoe Vale Rd station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Broadmeadows Library/Pascoe Vale Rd station near Colac in Melbourne.

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

    The total travel time between Gowanbrae and Colac in Melbourne by bus and train is about 3 hr 58 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Gowanbrae to get to Colac in Melbourne?

    Get on the 542 bus from the Valley Cres/Augustine Tce stop near Gowanbrae in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Gowanbrae and Colac in Melbourne?

    Get off the bus at the Broadmeadows Library/Pascoe Vale Rd station, which is closest to Colac in Melbourne.

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