How to get from Lake Gardens to Nicholson by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Lake Gardens to Nicholson in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON train from Wendouree station to Southern Cross station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MELBOURNE - BAIRNSDALE VIA SALE & TRARALGON train and finally take the MARLO - MELBOURNE VIA LAKE TYERS BEACH & LAKES ENTRANCE bus from Bairnsdale Railway Station/Macleod St (Bairnsdale) station to General Store/Princes Hwy (Nicholson) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 6 hr 23 min. The ride fare is A$33.08.

383minA$33.08
Walk to train stationTrain - BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
Train - MELBOURNE - BAIRNSDALE VIA SALE & TRARALGON
MELBOURNE - BAIRNSDALE VIA SALE & TRARALGON
Bus - MARLO - MELBOURNE VIA LAKE TYERS BEACH & LAKES ENTRANCE
MARLO - MELBOURNE VIA LAKE TYERS BEACH & LAKES ENTRANCE
Leaves from Wendouree

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wendouree
    330 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Train - BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTONBALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
    Melbourne
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross
    82 min
  • 4
    Train - MELBOURNE - BAIRNSDALE VIA SALE & TRARALGONMELBOURNE - BAIRNSDALE VIA SALE & TRARALGON
    Wait for train
    MELBOURNE - BAIRNSDALE VIA SALE & TRARALGON
    Bairnsdale
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bairnsdale
    238 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bairnsdale Railway Station/Macleod St (Bairnsdale)
    ID 46442
    30 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - MARLO - MELBOURNE VIA LAKE TYERS BEACH & LAKES ENTRANCEMARLO - MELBOURNE VIA LAKE TYERS BEACH & LAKES ENTRANCE
    Wait for bus
    MARLO - MELBOURNE VIA LAKE TYERS BEACH & LAKES ENTRANCE
    Marlo
  • 8
    Ride to bus station General Store/Princes Hwy (Nicholson)
    Ride to bus station
    General Store/Princes Hwy (Nicholson)
    ID 16316
    9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Lake Gardens to Nicholson

The distance between Lake Gardens, Melbourne and Nicholson, Melbourne is approximately 405.3 km, which can typically be travelled in 383 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Lake Gardens to Nicholson 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 Lake Gardens

Lake Gardens is located at Lake Gardens, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Gregory St/Gillies St N (Lake Wendouree).

Train stations close to Lake Gardens:

  • Ballarat Station
  • Wendouree

Bus stations close to Lake Gardens:

  • Gregory St/Gillies St N (Lake Wendouree)
  • Stirling Dr/Gillies St N (Lake Gardens)
  • Wendouree Railway Station (Wendouree)

Public transport stations close to Nicholson, Melbourne

Nicholson is located at Nicholson, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is General Store/Princes Hwy (Nicholson).

Bus stations close to Nicholson:

  • General Store/Princes Hwy (Nicholson)
  • Retreat Hotel/Princes Hwy (Nicholson)
  • Retreat Motel/Princes Hwy (Nicholson)

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Lake Gardens to Nicholson?

    The fastest way takes 383 minutes, using Bus line BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON, Bus line MELBOURNE - BAIRNSDALE VIA SALE & TRARALGON, Bus line MARLO - MELBOURNE VIA LAKE TYERS BEACH & LAKES ENTRANCE.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 6 hr 23 min.

  • Which train line goes from Lake Gardens to Nicholson in Melbourne?

    The BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON train line goes from Wendouree station near Lake Gardens to Melbourne station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Melbourne station near Nicholson in Melbourne

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

    The total travel time between Lake Gardens and Nicholson in Melbourne by train and bus is about 6 hr 23 min.

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

    Get on the BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON train from the Wendouree station near Lake Gardens in Melbourne.

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

    Get off the train at the Melbourne stop, which is closest to Nicholson in Melbourne.

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Lake Gardens to Nicholson?

    The ride from Lake Gardens to Nicholson costs A$33.08.

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