How to get from Warrnambool to Elphinstone by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Warrnambool to Elphinstone in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC train from Warrnambool station to Footscray station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MELBOURNE - BENDIGO VIA SUNBURY train and finally take the 5 bus from Castlemaine Railway Station/Kennedy St (Castlemaine) station to War Memorial/Wright St (Elphinstone) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 7 hr 29 min. The ride fare is A$24.54.

449minA$24.54
Walk to train stationTrain - WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC
WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC
Train - MELBOURNE - BENDIGO VIA SUNBURY
MELBOURNE - BENDIGO VIA SUNBURY
Bus - 5
5
Walk to Elphinstone
Leaves from Warrnambool

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Warrnambool
    860 m • 11 min
  • 2
    Train - WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLACWARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC
    Wait for train
    WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC
    Melbourne
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Footscray
    197 min
  • 4
    Train - MELBOURNE - BENDIGO VIA SUNBURYMELBOURNE - BENDIGO VIA SUNBURY
    Wait for train
    MELBOURNE - BENDIGO VIA SUNBURY
    Bendigo
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Castlemaine
    78 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Castlemaine Railway Station/Kennedy St (Castlemaine)
    ID 35588
    10 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 55
    Wait for bus
    5
    Taradale
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    War Memorial/Wright St (Elphinstone)
    ID 46318
    24 min
  • 9
    Walk to Elphinstone
    Walk to
    Elphinstone
    290 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Warrnambool to Elphinstone

The distance between Warrnambool, Melbourne and Elphinstone, Melbourne is approximately 404.5 km, which can typically be travelled in 449 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Warrnambool to Elphinstone by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Warrnambool

Warrnambool is located at Warrnambool, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Lava Street Interchange/Lava St (Warrnambool).

Train stations close to Warrnambool:

  • Warrnambool

Bus stations close to Warrnambool:

  • Lava Street Interchange/Lava St (Warrnambool)
  • Kelp St/Timor St (Warrnambool)
  • Warrnambool Railway Station (Warrnambool)

Public transport stations close to Elphinstone, Melbourne

Elphinstone is located at Elphinstone, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Elphinstone Hotel/14 Wright St (Elphinstone).

Bus stations close to Elphinstone:

  • Elphinstone Hotel/14 Wright St (Elphinstone)
  • War Memorial/Wright St (Elphinstone)

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Warrnambool to Elphinstone?

    The fastest way takes 449 minutes, using Bus line WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC, Bus line MELBOURNE - BENDIGO VIA SUNBURY, Bus line 5.

  • Is there a direct train between Warrnambool and Elphinstone in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 7 hr 29 min.

  • Which train line goes from Warrnambool to Elphinstone in Melbourne?

    The WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC train line goes from Warrnambool station near Warrnambool to Melbourne station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Melbourne station near Elphinstone in Melbourne

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

    The total travel time between Warrnambool and Elphinstone in Melbourne by train and bus is about 7 hr 29 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Warrnambool to get to Elphinstone in Melbourne?

    Get on the WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC train from the Warrnambool station near Warrnambool in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Warrnambool and Elphinstone in Melbourne?

    Get off the train at the Melbourne stop, which is closest to Elphinstone in Melbourne.

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Warrnambool to Elphinstone?

    The ride from Warrnambool to Elphinstone costs A$24.54.

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