How to get from Thomastown to Colac by bus, train and tram?

Thomastown to Colac - Bus Timetable

The 555 bus from Thomastown to Colac runs from 06:27 to 20:51, with departures every 20-30 min. The journey takes about 3 hr 49 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Thomastown to Colac by bus, train and tram

To get from Thomastown to Colac in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one bus line, one tram line and one train line: take the 555 bus from Thomastown Station/High St station to Plenty Rd/Tyler St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 86 tram 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 49 min. The bus, train and tram schedule from Thomastown may change. We recommend you check the updated bus, train and tram schedule to Colac on the Moovit app.

229min
Walk to bus stationBus - 555
555
Tram - 86
86
Train - GEELONG
GEELONG
Walk to Colac
Leaves from Thomastown Station/High St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Thomastown Station/High St
    ID 19237
    70 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 555555
    Wait for bus
    555
    Northland Sc
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Plenty Rd/Tyler St
    ID 2760
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    Tyler St/Plenty Rd #52
    ID 4503
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Tram - 8686
    Wait for tram
    86
    Waterfront City Docklands
  • 6
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    Spencer St/Bourke St #1
    ID 17848
    58 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    320 m • 5 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
    122 min
  • 10
    Walk to Colac
    Walk to
    Colac
    90 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Thomastown to Colac

The distance between Thomastown, Melbourne and Colac, Melbourne is approximately 173.46 km, which can typically be travelled in 229 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Thomastown to Colac by bus, train and tram, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus, Train And Tram timetable from Thomastown to Colac

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

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 229 minutes, using Bus line 555, Tram line 86, Train line GEELONG.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line, one tram line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 49 min.

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

    The 555 bus line goes from Thomastown Station/High St station near Thomastown to Plenty Rd/Tyler St station. From there you’ll have to take one tram line and one train line till Plenty Rd/Tyler St station near Colac in Melbourne.

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

    The total travel time between Thomastown and Colac in Melbourne by bus, tram and train is about 3 hr 49 min.

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

    Get on the 555 bus from the Thomastown Station/High St stop near Thomastown in Melbourne.

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

    Get off the bus at the Plenty Rd/Tyler St station, which is closest to Colac in Melbourne.

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