How to get from Melbourne to Colac by train?

From Melbourne to Colac by train

To get from Melbourne to Colac in Melbourne, take the SUNBURY train from Town Hall Railway Station station to Footscray Railway Station station. Next, take the GEELONG train from Footscray Railway Station station to Colac Railway Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 15 min. The train schedule from Melbourne may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Colac on the Moovit app.

135min
Train - SUNBURY
SUNBURY
Train - GEELONG
GEELONG
Walk to Colac
Leaves from Town Hall Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Melbourne
  • 2
    Train - SUNBURYSUNBURY
    Wait for train
    SUNBURY
    Sunbury
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Footscray Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:FSY
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Footscray Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:FSY
    30 m • 1 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

Alternative route from Melbourne to Colac by train via GLEN WAVERLEY and GEELONG

To get from Melbourne to Colac in Melbourne, take the GLEN WAVERLEY train from Flinders Street Railway Station station to Southern Cross Railway Station station. Next, take the GEELONG train from Southern Cross Railway Station station to Colac Railway Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 10 min. The train schedule from Melbourne may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Colac on the Moovit app.

130min
Train - GLEN WAVERLEY
GLEN WAVERLEY
Train - GEELONG
GEELONG
Walk to Colac
Leaves from Flinders Street Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Melbourne
  • 2
    Train - GLEN WAVERLEYGLEN WAVERLEY
    Wait for train
    GLEN WAVERLEY
    Glen Waverley Via City Loop
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    270 m • 4 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
    120 min
  • 7
    Walk to Colac
    Walk to
    Colac
    110 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Melbourne to Colac

The distance between Melbourne, Melbourne and Colac, Melbourne is approximately 155.11 km, which can typically be travelled in 135 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Colac

To check the train schedule from Melbourne to Colac using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Melbourne) 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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Alternative route from Melbourne to Colac by train via GLEN WAVERLEY and GEELONG

To get from Melbourne to Colac in Melbourne, take the GLEN WAVERLEY train from Flinders Street Railway Station station to Southern Cross Railway Station station. Next, take the GEELONG train from Southern Cross Railway Station station to Colac Railway Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 10 min. The train schedule from Melbourne may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Colac on the Moovit app.

130min
Train - GLEN WAVERLEY
GLEN WAVERLEY
Train - GEELONG
GEELONG
Walk to Colac
Leaves from Flinders Street Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Melbourne
  • 2
    Train - GLEN WAVERLEYGLEN WAVERLEY
    Wait for train
    GLEN WAVERLEY
    Glen Waverley Via City Loop
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    270 m • 4 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
    120 min
  • 7
    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 Melbourne to Colac?

    The fastest way takes 135 minutes, using Train line SUNBURY, Train line GEELONG.

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

    The alternative route takes 130 minutes, using Train line GLEN WAVERLEY, Train line GEELONG.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 15 min.

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

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

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

    The total travel time between Melbourne and Colac in Melbourne by train is about 2 hr 15 min.

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

    Get on the SUNBURY train from the Sunbury station near Melbourne in Melbourne.

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

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

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