How to get from Buchan to Foster by bus and train?

From Buchan to Foster by bus and train

To get from Buchan to Foster in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 12 bus from Buchan - Orbost Rd/Buchan Rd station to Bairnsdale Railway Station/Macleod St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the TRARALGON train and finally take the COACH bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station to Pulhams Store/Main St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 13 hr 5 min. The bus and train schedule from Buchan may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Foster on the Moovit app.

785min
Walk to bus stationBus - 12
12
Train - TRARALGON
TRARALGON
Bus - COACH
COACH
Leaves from Buchan - Orbost Rd/Buchan Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Buchan - Orbost Rd/Buchan Rd
    ID 22706
    630 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    Bairnsdale
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bairnsdale Railway Station/Macleod St
    ID 37915
    112 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Bairnsdale Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:BDE
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - TRARALGONTRARALGON
    Wait for train
    TRARALGON
    Southern Cross
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    242 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St
    ID 20836
    470 m • 7 min
  • 8
    Bus - COACHCOACH
    Wait for bus
    COACH
    Yarram
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Pulhams Store/Main St
    Ride to bus station
    Pulhams Store/Main St
    ID 17358
    175 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Buchan to Foster

The distance between Buchan, Melbourne and Foster, Melbourne is approximately 561.13 km, which can typically be travelled in 785 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Buchan to Foster 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 Buchan to Foster

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

    The fastest way takes 785 minutes, using Bus line 12, Train line TRARALGON, Bus line COACH.

  • Is there a direct bus between Buchan and Foster in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 13 hr 5 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Buchan to Foster in Melbourne?

    The 12 bus line goes from Buchan - Orbost Rd/Buchan Rd station near Buchan to Bairnsdale Railway Station/Macleod St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Bairnsdale Railway Station/Macleod St station near Foster in Melbourne.

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

    The total travel time between Buchan and Foster in Melbourne by bus and train is about 13 hr 5 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Buchan to get to Foster in Melbourne?

    Get on the 12 bus from the Buchan - Orbost Rd/Buchan Rd stop near Buchan in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Buchan and Foster in Melbourne?

    Get off the bus at the Bairnsdale Railway Station/Macleod St stop, which is closest to Foster in Melbourne.

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