How to get from Barwon Downs to Diggers Rest by bus and train?

Barwon Downs to Diggers Rest - Bus Timetable

The MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY bus from Barwon Downs to Diggers Rest runs from 09:40 to 16:33, with departures every 6 hr 55 min. The journey takes about 3 hr 40 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Barwon Downs to Diggers Rest by bus and train

To get from Barwon Downs to Diggers Rest in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY bus from Barwon Downs General Store/Birregurra-Forest Rd station to Colac Station/Gellibrand St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GEELONG train and finally take the SUNBURY train from Footscray Railway Station station to Diggers Rest Railway Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 40 min. The bus and train schedule from Barwon Downs may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Diggers Rest on the Moovit app.

220min
Bus - MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY
MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY
Train - GEELONG
GEELONG
Train - SUNBURY
SUNBURY
Leaves from Barwon Downs General Store/Birregurra-Forest Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Barwon Downs
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    Bus - MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAYMARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY
    Wait for bus
    MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY
    Colac
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Colac Station/Gellibrand St
    ID 2627
    33 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Colac Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:COL
    110 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - GEELONGGEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG
    Southern Cross
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Footscray Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:FSY
    112 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Footscray Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:FSY
    30 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - SUNBURYSUNBURY
    Wait for train
    SUNBURY
    Sunbury
  • 9
    Ride to train station Diggers Rest Railway Station
    Ride to train station
    Diggers Rest Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:DRT
    33 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Barwon Downs to Diggers Rest

The distance between Barwon Downs, Melbourne and Diggers Rest, Melbourne is approximately 219.65 km, which can typically be travelled in 220 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Barwon Downs to Diggers Rest 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 Barwon Downs to Diggers Rest

To check the bus and train timetable from Barwon Downs to Diggers Rest using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Barwon Downs) and destination (Diggers Rest), 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 Barwon Downs to Diggers Rest?

    The fastest way takes 220 minutes, using Bus line MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY, Train line GEELONG, Train line SUNBURY.

  • Is there a direct bus between Barwon Downs and Diggers Rest in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 40 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Barwon Downs to Diggers Rest in Melbourne?

    The MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY bus line goes from Colac Station/Gellibrand St station near Barwon Downs to Colac Railway Station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Colac Railway Station near Diggers Rest in Melbourne.

  • How long does it take to travel from Barwon Downs to Diggers Rest in Melbourne by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Barwon Downs and Diggers Rest in Melbourne by bus and train is about 3 hr 40 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Barwon Downs to get to Diggers Rest in Melbourne?

    Get on the MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY bus from the Colac Station/Gellibrand St stop near Barwon Downs in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Barwon Downs and Diggers Rest in Melbourne?

    Get off the bus at the Colac Railway Station, which is closest to Diggers Rest in Melbourne.

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