How to get from Forrest to Merrigum by bus and train?

From Forrest to Merrigum by bus and train

To get from Forrest to Merrigum in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY bus from Turner Dr/Birregurra -Forrest Rd (Forrest) station to Colac Railway Station (Colac) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC train and finally take the MELBOURNE - BARMAH VIA SHEPPARTON & HEATHCOTE bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St (Melbourne City) station to Morrissey St/Waverley Ave (Merrigum) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 10 hr 43 min. The ride fare is A$48.00.

643minA$48.00
Bus - MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY
MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY
Train - WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC
WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC
Bus - MELBOURNE - BARMAH VIA SHEPPARTON & HEATHCOTE
MELBOURNE - BARMAH VIA SHEPPARTON & HEATHCOTE
Leaves from Turner Dr/Birregurra -Forrest Rd (Forrest)
Step by Step
  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Forrest
  • 2
    Bus - MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAYMARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY
    Wait for bus
    MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY
    Colac
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Colac Railway Station (Colac)
    ID 2627
    40 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Colac
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLACWARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC
    Wait for train
    WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC
    Melbourne
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross
    139 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St (Melbourne City)
    ID 20836
    260 m • 4 min
  • 8
    Bus - MELBOURNE - BARMAH VIA SHEPPARTON & HEATHCOTEMELBOURNE - BARMAH VIA SHEPPARTON & HEATHCOTE
    Wait for bus
    MELBOURNE - BARMAH VIA SHEPPARTON & HEATHCOTE
    Barmah
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Morrissey St/Waverley Ave (Merrigum)
    Ride to bus station
    Morrissey St/Waverley Ave (Merrigum)
    ID 20889
    195 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
The Most Popular Urban Mobility App in Melbourne.
All local mobility options in one app
Public transport directions from Forrest to Merrigum
The distance between Forrest, Melbourne and Merrigum, Melbourne is approximately 429.6 km, which can typically be travelled in 643 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Forrest to Merrigum 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 Forrest

Forrest is located at Forrest, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Forrest General Store/Birregurra - Forrest Rd (Forrest).

Bus stations close to Forrest:

  • Forrest General Store/Birregurra - Forrest Rd (Forrest)
Public transport stations close to Merrigum, Melbourne

Merrigum is located at Merrigum, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Morrissey St/Waverley Ave (Merrigum).

Bus stations close to Merrigum:

  • Morrissey St/Waverley Ave (Merrigum)
  • Caltex Service Station/Waverley Ave (Merrigum)
Related Routes
Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Forrest to Merrigum?

    The fastest way takes 643 minutes, using Bus line MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY, Bus line WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC, Bus line MELBOURNE - BARMAH VIA SHEPPARTON & HEATHCOTE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Forrest and Merrigum in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 10 hr 43 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Forrest to Merrigum in Melbourne?

    The MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY bus line goes from Colac station near Forrest to Colac Railway Station (Colac) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Colac Railway Station (Colac) station near Merrigum in Melbourne

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

    The total travel time between Forrest and Merrigum in Melbourne by bus and train is about 10 hr 43 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Forrest to get to Merrigum in Melbourne?

    Get on the MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY bus from the Colac stop near Forrest in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Forrest and Merrigum in Melbourne?

    Get off the bus at the Colac Railway Station (Colac) stop, which is closest to Merrigum in Melbourne.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Forrest to Merrigum?

    The ride from Forrest to Merrigum costs A$48.00.

Live arrivals, timetables, maps