How to get from Rochester to Portarlington by bus and train?

From Rochester to Portarlington by bus and train

To get from Rochester to Portarlington in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the ECHUCA-MOAMA - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO OR HEATHCOTE train from Rochester station to Footscray station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG train and finally take the 60 bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce (Geelong) station to Grassy Point Rd/The Esplanade (Portarlington) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 52 min. The ride fare is A$26.74.

352minA$26.74
Walk to train stationTrain - ECHUCA-MOAMA - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO OR HEATHCOTE
ECHUCA-MOAMA - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO OR HEATHCOTE
Train - GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
Bus - 60
60
Leaves from Rochester

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Rochester
    330 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Train - ECHUCA-MOAMA - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO OR HEATHCOTEECHUCA-MOAMA - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO OR HEATHCOTE
    Wait for train
    ECHUCA-MOAMA - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO OR HEATHCOTE
    Melbourne
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Footscray
    171 min
  • 4
    Train - GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONGGEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
    Geelong
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Geelong
    51 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Geelong Station/Railway Tce (Geelong)
    ID 45541
    160 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Bus - 6060
    Wait for bus
    60
    St Leonards
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Grassy Point Rd/The Esplanade (Portarlington)
    Ride to bus station
    Grassy Point Rd/The Esplanade (Portarlington)
    ID 23600
    54 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Rochester to Portarlington

The distance between Rochester, Melbourne and Portarlington, Melbourne is approximately 329.03 km, which can typically be travelled in 352 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rochester to Portarlington 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 Rochester

Rochester is located at Rochester, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Fraser St/Mackay St (Rochester).

Bus stations close to Rochester:

  • Fraser St/Mackay St (Rochester)
  • Rochester
  • Village Dr/Pascoe St (Rochester)

Public transport stations close to Portarlington, Melbourne

Portarlington is located at Portarlington, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Grassy Point Rd/The Esplanade (Portarlington).

Bus stations close to Portarlington:

  • Grassy Point Rd/The Esplanade (Portarlington)
  • Arlington St/The Esplanade (Portarlington)
  • Pike St/The Esplanade (Indented Head)

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Rochester to Portarlington?

    The fastest way takes 352 minutes, using Bus line ECHUCA-MOAMA - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO OR HEATHCOTE, Bus line GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG, Bus line 60.

  • Is there a direct train between Rochester and Portarlington in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 5 hr 52 min.

  • Which train line goes from Rochester to Portarlington in Melbourne?

    The ECHUCA-MOAMA - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO OR HEATHCOTE train line goes from Rochester station near Rochester to Melbourne station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Melbourne station near Portarlington in Melbourne

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

    The total travel time between Rochester and Portarlington in Melbourne by train and bus is about 5 hr 52 min.

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

    Get on the ECHUCA-MOAMA - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO OR HEATHCOTE train from the Rochester station near Rochester in Melbourne.

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

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

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Rochester to Portarlington?

    The ride from Rochester to Portarlington costs A$26.74.

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