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How to get from Stratford to Macarthur by bus and train?

From Stratford to Macarthur by bus and train

To get from Stratford to Macarthur in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the MELBOURNE - BAIRNSDALE VIA SALE & TRARALGON train from Stratford station to Southern Cross station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT train and finally take the MELBOURNE - WARRNAMBOOL VIA ARARAT & HAMILTON bus from Ararat Railway Station (Ararat) station to Eversley St/Hamilton - Port Fairy Rd (Macarthur) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 9 hr 56 min. The ride fare is A$32.54.

596minA$32.54
Train - MELBOURNE - BAIRNSDALE VIA SALE & TRARALGON
MELBOURNE - BAIRNSDALE VIA SALE & TRARALGON
Train - ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
Bus - MELBOURNE - WARRNAMBOOL VIA ARARAT & HAMILTON
MELBOURNE - WARRNAMBOOL VIA ARARAT & HAMILTON
Leaves from Stratford

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Stratford
  • 2
    Train - MELBOURNE - BAIRNSDALE VIA SALE & TRARALGONMELBOURNE - BAIRNSDALE VIA SALE & TRARALGON
    Wait for train
    MELBOURNE - BAIRNSDALE VIA SALE & TRARALGON
    Melbourne
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross
    195 min
  • 4
    Train - ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARATARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
    Wait for train
    ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
    Ararat
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ararat
    146 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ararat Railway Station (Ararat)
    ID 17799
    20 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - MELBOURNE - WARRNAMBOOL VIA ARARAT & HAMILTONMELBOURNE - WARRNAMBOOL VIA ARARAT & HAMILTON
    Wait for bus
    MELBOURNE - WARRNAMBOOL VIA ARARAT & HAMILTON
    Warrnambool
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Eversley St/Hamilton - Port Fairy Rd (Macarthur)
    Ride to bus station
    Eversley St/Hamilton - Port Fairy Rd (Macarthur)
    ID 22955
    166 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Stratford to Macarthur

The distance between Stratford, Melbourne and Macarthur, Melbourne is approximately 610.26 km, which can typically be travelled in 596 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Stratford to Macarthur 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 Stratford

Stratford is located at Stratford, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Stratford Post Office/Hobson St (Stratford).

Bus stations close to Stratford:

  • Stratford Post Office/Hobson St (Stratford)
  • Memorial Park/Princes Hwy (Stratford)
  • Dawson St/Mcfarlane St (Stratford)

Public transport stations close to Macarthur, Melbourne

Macarthur is located at Macarthur, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Eversley St/Hamilton - Port Fairy Rd (Macarthur).

Bus stations close to Macarthur:

  • Eversley St/Hamilton - Port Fairy Rd (Macarthur)

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Stratford to Macarthur?

    The fastest way takes 596 minutes, using Bus line MELBOURNE - BAIRNSDALE VIA SALE & TRARALGON, Bus line ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT, Bus line MELBOURNE - WARRNAMBOOL VIA ARARAT & HAMILTON.

  • Is there a direct train between Stratford and Macarthur in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 9 hr 56 min.

  • Which train line goes from Stratford to Macarthur in Melbourne?

    The MELBOURNE - BAIRNSDALE VIA SALE & TRARALGON train line goes from Melbourne station near Stratford to Southern Cross station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Southern Cross station near Macarthur in Melbourne

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

    The total travel time between Stratford and Macarthur in Melbourne by train and bus is about 9 hr 56 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Stratford to get to Macarthur in Melbourne?

    Get on the MELBOURNE - BAIRNSDALE VIA SALE & TRARALGON train from the Melbourne station near Stratford in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Stratford and Macarthur in Melbourne?

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

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Stratford to Macarthur?

    The ride from Stratford to Macarthur costs A$32.54.

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