How to get from Rockbank to Nicholson by bus and train?

From Rockbank to Nicholson by bus and train

To get from Rockbank to Nicholson in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the BALLARAT train from Rockbank Railway Station station to Southern Cross Railway Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the TRARALGON train and finally take the COACH bus from Bairnsdale Railway Station/Macleod St station to General Store/Princes Hwy station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 20 min. The bus and train schedule from Rockbank may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Nicholson on the Moovit app.

320min
Walk to train stationTrain - BALLARAT
BALLARAT
Train - TRARALGON
TRARALGON
Bus - COACH
COACH
Leaves from Rockbank Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Rockbank Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:RBK
    1.07 km • 14 min
  • 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
    35 min
  • 4
    Train - TRARALGONTRARALGON
    Wait for train
    TRARALGON
    Bairnsdale
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bairnsdale Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:BDE
    244 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bairnsdale Railway Station/Macleod St
    ID 46442
    130 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - COACHCOACH
    Wait for bus
    COACH
    Marlo
  • 8
    Ride to bus station General Store/Princes Hwy
    Ride to bus station
    General Store/Princes Hwy
    ID 16316
    9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Rockbank to Nicholson

The distance between Rockbank, Melbourne and Nicholson, Melbourne is approximately 316.64 km, which can typically be travelled in 320 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rockbank to Nicholson 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 timetable from Rockbank to Nicholson

To check the bus and train timetable from Rockbank to Nicholson using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Rockbank) and destination (Nicholson), 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 journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Rockbank to Nicholson?

    The fastest way takes 320 minutes, using Train line BALLARAT, Train line TRARALGON, Bus line COACH.

  • Is there a direct train between Rockbank and Nicholson in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 5 hr 20 min.

  • Which train line goes from Rockbank to Nicholson in Melbourne?

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

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

    The total travel time between Rockbank and Nicholson in Melbourne by train and bus is about 5 hr 20 min.

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

    Get on the BALLARAT train from the Rockbank Railway Station near Rockbank in Melbourne.

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

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

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