How to get from Geelong to Hamilton by bus and train?

From Geelong to Hamilton by bus and train

To get from Geelong to Hamilton in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the GEELONG train from Geelong Railway Station station to Deer Park Railway Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BALLARAT train and finally take the COACH bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St station to Hamilton Station/Station St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 32 min. The bus and train schedule from Geelong may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Hamilton on the Moovit app.

272min
Walk to train stationTrain - GEELONG
GEELONG
Train - BALLARAT
BALLARAT
Bus - COACH
COACH
Leaves from Geelong Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Geelong Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:GEL
    920 m • 12 min
  • 2
    Train - GEELONGGEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG
    Southern Cross
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Deer Park Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:DEK
    42 min
  • 4
    Train - BALLARATBALLARAT
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT
    Wendouree
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ballarat Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:BAT-V
    66 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ballarat Station/Lydiard St
    ID 82
    90 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - COACHCOACH
    Wait for bus
    COACH
    Hamilton Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Hamilton Station/Station St
    Ride to bus station
    Hamilton Station/Station St
    ID 17753
    140 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Geelong to Hamilton

The distance between Geelong, Melbourne and Hamilton, Melbourne is approximately 336.8 km, which can typically be travelled in 272 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Geelong to Hamilton 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 schedule from Geelong to Hamilton

To check the bus and train schedule from Geelong to Hamilton using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Geelong) and destination (Hamilton), 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 trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Geelong to Hamilton?

    The fastest way takes 272 minutes, using Train line GEELONG, Train line BALLARAT, Bus line COACH.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 32 min.

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

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

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

    The total travel time between Geelong and Hamilton in Melbourne by train and bus is about 4 hr 32 min.

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

    Get on the GEELONG train from the Geelong Railway Station station near Geelong in Melbourne.

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

    Get off the train at the Southern Cross stop, which is closest to Hamilton in Melbourne.

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