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How to get from Lara to Melbourne by train?

From Lara to Melbourne by train

To get from Lara to Melbourne in Melbourne, take the GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG train from Lara station to Footscray station. Next, take the WERRIBEE train from Footscray station to Flinders Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 8 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

68minA$5.30
Train - GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
Train - WERRIBEE
WERRIBEE
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
    Melbourne
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Footscray
    41 min
  • 4
    Train - WERRIBEEWERRIBEE
    Wait for train
    WERRIBEE
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 5
    Ride to train station Flinders Street
    Ride to train station
    Flinders Street
    13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Lara to Melbourne by train via GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG and CRANBOURNE

To get from Lara to Melbourne in Melbourne, take the GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG train from Lara station to Southern Cross station. Next, take the CRANBOURNE train from Southern Cross station to Flinders Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 9 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

69minA$5.30
Train - GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
Train - CRANBOURNE
CRANBOURNE
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
    Melbourne
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross
    51 min
  • 4
    Train - CRANBOURNECRANBOURNE
    Wait for train
    CRANBOURNE
    Cranbourne
  • 5
    Ride to train station Flinders Street
    Ride to train station
    Flinders Street
    4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Lara to Melbourne

The distance between Lara, Melbourne and Melbourne, Melbourne is approximately 66.89 km, which can typically be travelled in 68 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Lara to Melbourne by 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 Melbourne, Melbourne

Melbourne is located at Melbourne, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Flinders Street.

Train stations close to Melbourne:

  • Flinders Street

Bus stations close to Melbourne:

  • Flinders Lane/Queen St (Melbourne City)
  • Market St/Flinders St (Melbourne City)
  • Flinders St/Queens Bridge St (Melbourne City)

Alternative route from Lara to Melbourne by train via GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG and CRANBOURNE

To get from Lara to Melbourne in Melbourne, take the GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG train from Lara station to Southern Cross station. Next, take the CRANBOURNE train from Southern Cross station to Flinders Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 9 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

69minA$5.30
Train - GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
Train - CRANBOURNE
CRANBOURNE
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
    Melbourne
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross
    51 min
  • 4
    Train - CRANBOURNECRANBOURNE
    Wait for train
    CRANBOURNE
    Cranbourne
  • 5
    Ride to train station Flinders Street
    Ride to train station
    Flinders Street
    4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 68 minutes, using Bus line GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG, Bus line WERRIBEE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Lara to Melbourne?

    The alternative route takes 69 minutes, using Bus line GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG, Bus line CRANBOURNE.

  • Is there a direct train between Lara and Melbourne in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 8 min.

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

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

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

    The total travel time between Lara and Melbourne in Melbourne by train is about 1 hr 8 min.

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

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

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

    Get off the train at the Footscray station, which is closest to Melbourne in Melbourne.

  • When is the last bus from Lara to Melbourne in Melbourne?

    The last bus from Lara to Melbourne in Melbourne is the Geelong - Melbourne Via Geelong line. It leaves the Lara Railway Station (Lara) stop at 09:20.

  • How much is the train fare from Lara to Melbourne?

    The ride from Lara to Melbourne costs A$5.30.

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