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

From Rutherglen to Colac by bus and train

To get from Rutherglen to Colac in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the COACH bus from High St/Murray St station to Wangaratta Station/Norton St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SEYMOUR 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 8 hr 30 min. The bus and train schedule from Rutherglen may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Colac on the Moovit app.

510min
Walk to bus stationBus - COACH
COACH
Train - SEYMOUR
SEYMOUR
Train - GEELONG
GEELONG
Walk to Colac
Leaves from High St/Murray St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    High St/Murray St
    ID 42050
    50 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - COACHCOACH
    Wait for bus
    COACH
    Wangaratta Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Wangaratta Station/Norton St
    ID 17253
    40 min
  • 4
    Train - SEYMOURSEYMOUR
    Wait for train
    SEYMOUR
    Southern Cross
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    169 min
  • 6
    Train - GEELONGGEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG
    Warrnambool
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Colac Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:COL
    121 min
  • 8
    Walk to Colac
    Walk to
    Colac
    110 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Rutherglen to Colac

The distance between Rutherglen, Melbourne and Colac, Melbourne is approximately 428.15 km, which can typically be travelled in 510 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rutherglen 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 Rutherglen to Colac

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

    The fastest way takes 510 minutes, using Bus line COACH, Train line SEYMOUR, Train line GEELONG.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 8 hr 30 min.

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

    The COACH bus line goes from High St/Murray St station near Rutherglen to Wangaratta Station/Norton St station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Wangaratta Station/Norton St station near Colac in Melbourne.

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

    The total travel time between Rutherglen and Colac in Melbourne by bus and train is about 8 hr 30 min.

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

    Get on the COACH bus from the High St/Murray St stop near Rutherglen in Melbourne.

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

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

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