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

From Lara to Hamilton by bus and train

To get from Lara to Hamilton in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG train from Lara station to Geelong station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC train and finally take the CASTERTON - MELBOURNE VIA WARRNAMBOOL & HAMILTON bus from Terang Railway Station (Terang) station to Hamilton Station/Station St (Hamilton) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 5 min. The ride fare is A$15.82.

245minA$15.82
Train - GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
Train - WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC
WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC
Bus - CASTERTON - MELBOURNE VIA WARRNAMBOOL & HAMILTON
CASTERTON - MELBOURNE VIA WARRNAMBOOL & HAMILTON
Leaves from Lara

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Lara
  • 2
    Train - GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONGGEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
    Geelong
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Geelong
    16 min
  • 4
    Train - WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLACWARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC
    Wait for train
    WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC
    Warrnambool
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Terang
    107 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Terang Railway Station (Terang)
    ID 1946
    40 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - CASTERTON - MELBOURNE VIA WARRNAMBOOL & HAMILTONCASTERTON - MELBOURNE VIA WARRNAMBOOL & HAMILTON
    Wait for bus
    CASTERTON - MELBOURNE VIA WARRNAMBOOL & HAMILTON
    Casterton
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Hamilton Station/Station St (Hamilton)
    Ride to bus station
    Hamilton Station/Station St (Hamilton)
    ID 17753
    88 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Lara to Hamilton

The distance between Lara, Melbourne and Hamilton, Melbourne is approximately 272.9 km, which can typically be travelled in 245 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Lara to Hamilton 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 Lara

Lara is located at Lara, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Lara Station/Hicks St (Lara).

Train stations close to Lara:

  • Lara

Bus stations close to Lara:

  • Lara Station/Hicks St (Lara)
  • Mcclelland Ave/Rennie St (Lara)
  • The Esperence/Mcclelland Ave (Lara)

Public transport stations close to Hamilton, Melbourne

Hamilton is located at Hamilton, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Hamilton Station/Station St (Hamilton).

Bus stations close to Hamilton:

  • Hamilton Station/Station St (Hamilton)
  • Botanical Gardens/Martin St (Hamilton)
  • Brown St/French St (Hamilton)

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 245 minutes, using Bus line GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG, Bus line WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC, Bus line CASTERTON - MELBOURNE VIA WARRNAMBOOL & HAMILTON.

  • Is there a direct train between Lara 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 5 min.

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

    The GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG train line goes from Geelong station near Lara to Geelong station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Geelong station near Hamilton in Melbourne

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

    The total travel time between Lara and Hamilton in Melbourne by train and bus is about 4 hr 5 min.

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

    Get on the GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG train from the Geelong station near Lara in Melbourne.

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

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

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Lara to Hamilton?

    The ride from Lara to Hamilton costs A$15.82.

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