How to get from Ararat to Murchison by bus and train?

From Ararat to Murchison by bus and train

To get from Ararat to Murchison in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the BALLARAT train from Ararat Railway Station station to Southern Cross Railway Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SEYMOUR train and finally take the COACH bus from Seymour Station/Railway Pl station to Murchison East Station/Cassidys Rd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 15 min. The bus and train schedule from Ararat may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Murchison on the Moovit app.

315min
Train - BALLARAT
BALLARAT
Train - SEYMOUR
SEYMOUR
Bus - COACH
COACH
Leaves from Ararat Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Ararat
  • 2
    Train - BALLARATBALLARAT
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT
    Southern Cross
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    143 min
  • 4
    Train - SEYMOURSEYMOUR
    Wait for train
    SEYMOUR
    Seymour
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Seymour Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SER
    87 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Seymour Station/Railway Pl
    ID 17191
    270 m • 4 min
  • 7
    Bus - COACHCOACH
    Wait for bus
    COACH
    Morris Street
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Murchison East Station/Cassidys Rd
    Ride to bus station
    Murchison East Station/Cassidys Rd
    ID 17156
    50 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ararat to Murchison

The distance between Ararat, Melbourne and Murchison, Melbourne is approximately 354.38 km, which can typically be travelled in 315 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ararat to Murchison 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 Ararat to Murchison

To check the bus and train schedule from Ararat to Murchison using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ararat) and destination (Murchison), 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 Ararat to Murchison?

    The fastest way takes 315 minutes, using Train line BALLARAT, Train line SEYMOUR, Bus line COACH.

  • Is there a direct train between Ararat and Murchison in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 5 hr 15 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ararat to Murchison in Melbourne?

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

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

    The total travel time between Ararat and Murchison in Melbourne by train and bus is about 5 hr 15 min.

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

    Get on the BALLARAT train from the Southern Cross station near Ararat in Melbourne.

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

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

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