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

From Northcote to Colac by train and tram

To get from Northcote to Colac in Melbourne, take the 11 tram from Gadd St/St Georges Rd #31 station to Southern Cross Station/Collins St #D14 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 51 min. The train and tram schedule from Northcote may change. We recommend you check the updated train and tram schedule to Colac on the Moovit app.

171min
Walk to tram stationTram - 11
11
Train - GEELONG
GEELONG
Walk to Colac
Leaves from Gadd St/St Georges Rd #31

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    Gadd St/St Georges Rd #31
    ID 4469
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Tram - 1111
    Wait for tram
    11
    Victoria Harbour Docklands
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    Southern Cross Station/Collins St #D14
    ID 43472
    32 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    250 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

From Northcote to Colac by train

To get from Northcote to Colac in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the MERNDA train from Croxton Railway Station station to Flinders Street Railway Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SUNBURY train and finally take the GEELONG train from Footscray Railway Station station to Colac Railway Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 18 min. The train and tram schedule from Northcote may change. We recommend you check the updated train and tram schedule to Colac on the Moovit app.

198min
Walk to train stationTrain - MERNDA
MERNDA
Train - SUNBURY
SUNBURY
Train - GEELONG
GEELONG
Walk to Colac
Leaves from Croxton Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Croxton Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:CXT
    520 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - MERNDAMERNDA
    Wait for train
    MERNDA
    Flinders Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Flinders Street Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:FSS
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Town Hall Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:THL
    370 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - SUNBURYSUNBURY
    Wait for train
    SUNBURY
    West Footscray
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Footscray Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:FSY
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Footscray Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:FSY
    30 m • 1 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
    112 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 Northcote to Colac

The distance between Northcote, Melbourne and Colac, Melbourne is approximately 161.51 km, which can typically be travelled in 171 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Northcote 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 schedule from Northcote to Colac

To check the train and tram schedule from Northcote to Colac using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Northcote) 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 trip and stay up to date with the latest train and tram schedules.

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From Northcote to Colac by train

To get from Northcote to Colac in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the MERNDA train from Croxton Railway Station station to Flinders Street Railway Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SUNBURY train and finally take the GEELONG train from Footscray Railway Station station to Colac Railway Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 18 min. The train and tram schedule from Northcote may change. We recommend you check the updated train and tram schedule to Colac on the Moovit app.

198min
Walk to train stationTrain - MERNDA
MERNDA
Train - SUNBURY
SUNBURY
Train - GEELONG
GEELONG
Walk to Colac
Leaves from Croxton Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Croxton Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:CXT
    520 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - MERNDAMERNDA
    Wait for train
    MERNDA
    Flinders Street
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Flinders Street Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:FSS
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Town Hall Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:THL
    370 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - SUNBURYSUNBURY
    Wait for train
    SUNBURY
    West Footscray
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Footscray Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:FSY
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Footscray Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:FSY
    30 m • 1 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
    112 min
  • 10
    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 Northcote to Colac?

    The fastest way takes 171 minutes, using Tram line 11, Train line GEELONG.

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

    The alternative route takes 198 minutes, using Train line MERNDA, Train line SUNBURY, Train line GEELONG.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one tram line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 51 min.

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

    The 11 tram line goes from Gadd St/St Georges Rd #31 station near Northcote to Victoria Harbour Docklands station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Victoria Harbour Docklands station near Colac in Melbourne.

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

    The total travel time between Northcote and Colac in Melbourne by tram and train is about 2 hr 51 min.

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

    Get on the 11 tram from the Gadd St/St Georges Rd #31 station near Northcote in Melbourne.

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

    Get off the tram at the Victoria Harbour Docklands station, which is closest to Colac in Melbourne.

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