How to get from Rockbank to Great Western by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Rockbank to Great Western in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 456 bus from Stewart Cres/Westcott Pde (Rockbank) station to 195 Westcott Pde (Rockbank) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON train and finally take the NHILL - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & ARARAT bus from Ballarat Railway Station/Lydiard St (Ballarat Central) station to Cuibitt St/Western Hwy (Great Western) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 13 min. The ride fare is A$15.82.

193minA$15.82
Walk to bus stationBus - 456
456
Train - BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
Bus - NHILL - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & ARARAT
NHILL - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & ARARAT
Walk to Great Western
Leaves from Stewart Cres/Westcott Pde (Rockbank)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Stewart Cres/Westcott Pde (Rockbank)
    ID 51638
    1.55 km • 20 min
  • 2
    Bus - 456456
    Wait for bus
    456
    Melton
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    195 Westcott Pde (Rockbank)
    ID 50821
    2 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Rockbank
    400 m • 6 min
  • 5
    Train - BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTONBALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
    Ballarat
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ballarat Station
    54 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ballarat Railway Station/Lydiard St (Ballarat Central)
    ID 82
    90 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - NHILL - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & ARARATNHILL - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & ARARAT
    Wait for bus
    NHILL - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & ARARAT
    Nhill
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cuibitt St/Western Hwy (Great Western)
    ID 17801
    89 min
  • 10
    Walk to Great Western
    Walk to
    Great Western
    120 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Rockbank to Great Western

The distance between Rockbank, Melbourne and Great Western, Melbourne is approximately 206.95 km, which can typically be travelled in 193 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rockbank to Great Western 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 Rockbank

Rockbank is located at Rockbank, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Rockbank Station (Rockbank).

Train stations close to Rockbank:

  • Rockbank

Bus stations close to Rockbank:

  • Rockbank Station (Rockbank)
  • Rockbank Railway Station (Rockbank)
  • 168 Westcott Pde (Rockbank)

Public transport stations close to Great Western, Melbourne

Great Western is located at Great Western, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Cubitt St/Western Hwy (Great Western).

Bus stations close to Great Western:

  • Cubitt St/Western Hwy (Great Western)
  • Cuibitt St/Western Hwy (Great Western)

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Rockbank to Great Western?

    The fastest way takes 193 minutes, using Bus line 456, Bus line BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON, Bus line NHILL - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & ARARAT.

  • Is there a direct bus between Rockbank and Great Western in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 13 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Rockbank to Great Western in Melbourne?

    The 456 bus line goes from Stewart Cres/Westcott Pde (Rockbank) station near Rockbank to Melton station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Melton station near Great Western in Melbourne

  • How long does it take to travel from Rockbank to Great Western in Melbourne by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Rockbank and Great Western in Melbourne by bus and train is about 3 hr 13 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Rockbank to get to Great Western in Melbourne?

    Get on the 456 bus from the Stewart Cres/Westcott Pde (Rockbank) stop near Rockbank in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Rockbank and Great Western in Melbourne?

    Get off the bus at the Melton stop, which is closest to Great Western in Melbourne.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Rockbank to Great Western?

    The ride from Rockbank to Great Western costs A$15.82.

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