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

From Watsonia to Colac by bus and train

To get from Watsonia to Colac in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 514 bus from Watsonia Station/Greensborough Hwy station to Coburg Station/Bell St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the UPFIELD 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 51 min. The bus and train schedule from Watsonia may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Colac on the Moovit app.

231min
Walk to bus stationBus - 514
514
Train - UPFIELD
UPFIELD
Train - GEELONG
GEELONG
Walk to Colac
Leaves from Watsonia Station/Greensborough Hwy

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Watsonia Station/Greensborough Hwy
    ID 20668
    80 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 514514
    Wait for bus
    514
    Glenroy Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Coburg Station/Bell St
    ID 2262
    46 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Coburg Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:COB
    80 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - UPFIELDUPFIELD
    Wait for train
    UPFIELD
    Flinders Street
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    18 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
    120 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 Watsonia to Colac

The distance between Watsonia, Melbourne and Colac, Melbourne is approximately 180.62 km, which can typically be travelled in 231 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Watsonia 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 Watsonia to Colac

To check the bus and train timetable from Watsonia to Colac using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Watsonia) 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 Watsonia to Colac?

    The fastest way takes 231 minutes, using Bus line 514, Train line UPFIELD, Train line GEELONG.

  • Is there a direct bus between Watsonia 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 51 min.

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

    The 514 bus line goes from Watsonia Station/Greensborough Hwy station near Watsonia to Coburg Station/Bell St station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Coburg Station/Bell St station near Colac in Melbourne.

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

    The total travel time between Watsonia and Colac in Melbourne by bus and train is about 3 hr 51 min.

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

    Get on the 514 bus from the Watsonia Station/Greensborough Hwy stop near Watsonia in Melbourne.

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

    Get off the bus at the Coburg Station/Bell St station, which is closest to Colac in Melbourne.

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