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

By bus and train

To get from Thornton to Rochester in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 684 bus from Taggerty-Thornton Rd/Goulburn Valley Hwy (Thornton) station to Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy (Ringwood) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LILYDALE train and finally take the ECHUCA-MOAMA - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO OR HEATHCOTE train from Southern Cross station to Rochester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 11 hr 58 min. The ride fare is A$22.38.

718minA$22.38
Bus - 684
684
Train - LILYDALE
LILYDALE
Train - ECHUCA-MOAMA - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO OR HEATHCOTE
ECHUCA-MOAMA - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO OR HEATHCOTE
Walk to Rochester
Leaves from Taggerty-Thornton Rd/Goulburn Valley Hwy (Thornton)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Thornton
  • 2
    Bus - 684684
    Wait for bus
    684
    Melbourne
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy (Ringwood)
    ID 49468
    135 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ringwood
    100 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - LILYDALELILYDALE
    Wait for train
    LILYDALE
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross
    48 min
  • 7
    Train - ECHUCA-MOAMA - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO OR HEATHCOTEECHUCA-MOAMA - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO OR HEATHCOTE
    Wait for train
    ECHUCA-MOAMA - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO OR HEATHCOTE
    Echuca/Moama
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Rochester
    162 min
  • 9
    Walk to Rochester
    Walk to
    Rochester
    330 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Thornton to Rochester

The distance between Thornton, Melbourne and Rochester, Melbourne is approximately 377.42 km, which can typically be travelled in 718 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Thornton to Rochester 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, Melbourne

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

Bus stations close to Rochester:

  • George St/Victoria St (Rochester)
  • High St/Lindsay St (Rochester)
  • Elizabeth St/Victoria St (Rochester)

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 718 minutes, using Bus line 684, Bus line LILYDALE, Bus line ECHUCA-MOAMA - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO OR HEATHCOTE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Thornton and Rochester in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 11 hr 58 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Thornton to Rochester in Melbourne?

    The 684 bus line goes from Melbourne station near Thornton to Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy (Ringwood) station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy (Ringwood) station near Rochester in Melbourne

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

    The total travel time between Thornton and Rochester in Melbourne by bus and train is about 11 hr 58 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Thornton to get to Rochester in Melbourne?

    Get on the 684 bus from the Melbourne stop near Thornton in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Thornton and Rochester in Melbourne?

    Get off the bus at the Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy (Ringwood) station, which is closest to Rochester in Melbourne.

  • How much is the bus fare from Thornton to Rochester?

    The ride from Thornton to Rochester costs A$22.38.

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