How to get from Colac to Research by bus and train?

From Colac to Research by bus and train

To get from Colac to Research in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the GEELONG train from Colac Railway Station station to Southern Cross Railway Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 906 bus and finally take the 578 bus from Warrandyte Community Church/Yarra St station to Research Shops/Main Rd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 6 min. The bus and train schedule from Colac may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Research on the Moovit app.

246min
Walk to train stationTrain - GEELONG
GEELONG
Bus - 906
906
Bus - 578
578
Leaves from Colac Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Colac Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:COL
    90 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - GEELONGGEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG
    Southern Cross
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    119 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    King St/Lonsdale St
    ID 19549
    750 m • 10 min
  • 5
    Bus - 906906
    Wait for bus
    906
    Warrandyte Bridge
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Warrandyte Community Church/Yarra St
    ID 4038
    55 min
  • 7
    Bus - 578578
    Wait for bus
    578
    Eltham Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Research Shops/Main Rd
    Ride to bus station
    Research Shops/Main Rd
    ID 7816
    14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Colac to Research

The distance between Colac, Melbourne and Research, Melbourne is approximately 205.66 km, which can typically be travelled in 246 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Colac to Research 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 Colac to Research

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

    The fastest way takes 246 minutes, using Train line GEELONG, Bus line 906, Bus line 578.

  • Is there a direct train between Colac and Research in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 6 min.

  • Which train line goes from Colac to Research in Melbourne?

    The GEELONG train line goes from Colac Railway Station near Colac to Southern Cross Railway Station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Southern Cross Railway Station near Research in Melbourne.

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

    The total travel time between Colac and Research in Melbourne by train and bus is about 4 hr 6 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Colac to get to Research in Melbourne?

    Get on the GEELONG train from the Colac Railway Station near Colac in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Colac and Research in Melbourne?

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

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