How to get from Ararat to Portland by bus?

From Ararat to Portland by bus

To get from Ararat to Portland in Melbourne, take the COACH bus from Ararat Railway Station/High St station to Port Fairy Visitor Centre/Bank St station. Next, take the COACH bus from Port Fairy Visitor Centre/Bank St station to Henty Street Bus Interchange/Henty St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 7 hr 59 min. The bus schedule from Ararat may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Portland on the Moovit app.

479min
Bus - COACH
COACH
Bus - COACH
COACH
Walk to Portland
Leaves from Ararat Railway Station/High St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Ararat
  • 2
    Bus - COACHCOACH
    Wait for bus
    COACH
    Warrnambool
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Port Fairy Visitor Centre/Bank St
    ID 36550
    201 min
  • 4
    Bus - COACHCOACH
    Wait for bus
    COACH
    Mount Gambier (Sa)
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Henty Street Bus Interchange/Henty St
    ID 17745
    57 min
  • 6
    Walk to Portland
    Walk to
    Portland
    40 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ararat to Portland

The distance between Ararat, Melbourne and Portland, Melbourne is approximately 302.09 km, which can typically be travelled in 479 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ararat to Portland by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Ararat to Portland

To check the bus schedule from Ararat to Portland using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ararat) and destination (Portland), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, 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 schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ararat to Portland?

    The fastest way takes 479 minutes, using Bus line COACH, Bus line COACH.

  • Is there a direct bus between Ararat and Portland in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 7 hr 59 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Ararat to Portland in Melbourne?

    The COACH bus line goes from Warrnambool station near Ararat to Port Fairy Visitor Centre/Bank St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Port Fairy Visitor Centre/Bank St station near Portland in Melbourne.

  • How long does it take to travel from Ararat to Portland in Melbourne by bus?

    The total travel time between Ararat and Portland in Melbourne by bus is about 7 hr 59 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Ararat to get to Portland in Melbourne?

    Get on the COACH bus from the Warrnambool stop near Ararat in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Ararat and Portland in Melbourne?

    Get off the bus at the Port Fairy Visitor Centre/Bank St stop, which is closest to Portland in Melbourne.

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