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

From Watchem to Colac by bus and train

To get from Watchem to Colac in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the COACH bus from Hotel/Sunraysia Hwy station to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the COACH bus and finally take the GEELONG train from Geelong Railway Station station to Colac Railway Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 8 hr 16 min. The bus and train schedule from Watchem may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Colac on the Moovit app.

496min
Bus - COACH
COACH
Bus - COACH
COACH
Train - GEELONG
GEELONG
Walk to Colac
Leaves from Hotel/Sunraysia Hwy

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Watchem
  • 2
    Bus - COACHCOACH
    Wait for bus
    COACH
    Southern Cross Coach Terminal
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ballarat Station/Lydiard St
    ID 82
    230 min
  • 4
    Bus - COACHCOACH
    Wait for bus
    COACH
    Geelong Station
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Geelong Station/Railway Tce
    ID 3252
    90 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Geelong Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:GEL
    100 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Train - GEELONGGEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG
    Warrnambool
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Colac Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:COL
    63 min
  • 9
    Walk to Colac
    Walk to
    Colac
    90 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Watchem to Colac

The distance between Watchem, Melbourne and Colac, Melbourne is approximately 383.12 km, which can typically be travelled in 496 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Watchem 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 Watchem to Colac

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

    The fastest way takes 496 minutes, using Bus line COACH, Bus line COACH, Train line GEELONG.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 8 hr 16 min.

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

    The COACH bus line goes from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St station near Watchem to Geelong Station/Railway Tce station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Geelong Station/Railway Tce station near Colac in Melbourne.

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

    The total travel time between Watchem and Colac in Melbourne by bus and train is about 8 hr 16 min.

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

    Get on the COACH bus from the Ballarat Station/Lydiard St stop near Watchem in Melbourne.

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

    Get off the bus at the Geelong Station/Railway Tce station, which is closest to Colac in Melbourne.

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