How to get from East Melbourne to Geelong by bus and train?

From East Melbourne to Geelong by bus and train

To get from East Melbourne to Geelong in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the FRANKSTON train from Parliament Station station to Southern Cross Railway Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GEELONG train and finally take the 22 bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce station to Moorabool Street Bus Stops/Moorabool St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 33 min. The bus and train schedule from East Melbourne may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Geelong on the Moovit app.

93min
Walk to train stationTrain - FRANKSTON
FRANKSTON
Train - GEELONG
GEELONG
Bus - 22
22
Walk to Geelong
Leaves from Parliament Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Parliament Station
    ID vic:rail:PAR
    440 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Train - FRANKSTONFRANKSTON
    Wait for train
    FRANKSTON
    Flinders Street Via City Loop
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    260 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - GEELONGGEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG
    Waurn Ponds
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Geelong Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:GEL
    63 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Geelong Station/Railway Tce
    ID 30309
    130 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 2222
    Wait for bus
    22
    North Shore Station (Via Anakie Rd)
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Moorabool Street Bus Stops/Moorabool St
    ID 45327
    2 min
  • 10
    Walk to Geelong
    Walk to
    Geelong
    100 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from East Melbourne to Geelong

The distance between East Melbourne, Melbourne and Geelong, Melbourne is approximately 85.1 km, which can typically be travelled in 93 min. Moovit will show you the directions from East Melbourne to Geelong 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 East Melbourne to Geelong

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

    The fastest way takes 93 minutes, using Train line FRANKSTON, Train line GEELONG, Bus line 22.

  • Is there a direct train between East Melbourne and Geelong in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 33 min.

  • Which train line goes from East Melbourne to Geelong in Melbourne?

    The FRANKSTON train line goes from Parliament Station near East Melbourne to Southern Cross Railway Station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Southern Cross Railway Station near Geelong in Melbourne.

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

    The total travel time between East Melbourne and Geelong in Melbourne by train and bus is about 1 hr 33 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near East Melbourne to get to Geelong in Melbourne?

    Get on the FRANKSTON train from the Parliament Station near East Melbourne in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between East Melbourne and Geelong in Melbourne?

    Get off the train at the Southern Cross Railway Station, which is closest to Geelong in Melbourne.

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