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

From Forrest to Rochester by bus and train

To get from Forrest to Rochester in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY bus from Turner Dr/Birregurra -Forrest Rd (Forrest) station to Colac Railway Station (Colac) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC train and finally take the MELBOURNE - DENILIQUIN VIA ECHUCA & HEATHCOTE bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St (Melbourne City) station to Rochester station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 10 hr 4 min. The ride fare is A$48.00.

604minA$48.00
Bus - MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY
MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY
Train - WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC
WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC
Bus - MELBOURNE - DENILIQUIN VIA ECHUCA & HEATHCOTE
MELBOURNE - DENILIQUIN VIA ECHUCA & HEATHCOTE
Walk to Rochester
Leaves from Turner Dr/Birregurra -Forrest Rd (Forrest)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Forrest
  • 2
    Bus - MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAYMARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY
    Wait for bus
    MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY
    Colac
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Colac Railway Station (Colac)
    ID 2627
    40 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Colac
    50 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLACWARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC
    Wait for train
    WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC
    Melbourne
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross
    139 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St (Melbourne City)
    ID 20836
    260 m • 4 min
  • 8
    Bus - MELBOURNE - DENILIQUIN VIA ECHUCA & HEATHCOTEMELBOURNE - DENILIQUIN VIA ECHUCA & HEATHCOTE
    Wait for bus
    MELBOURNE - DENILIQUIN VIA ECHUCA & HEATHCOTE
    Deniliquin
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rochester
    150 min
  • 10
    Walk to Rochester
    Walk to
    Rochester
    330 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Forrest to Rochester

The distance between Forrest, Melbourne and Rochester, Melbourne is approximately 395.11 km, which can typically be travelled in 604 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Forrest 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 Forrest

Forrest is located at Forrest, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Forrest General Store/Birregurra - Forrest Rd (Forrest).

Bus stations close to Forrest:

  • Forrest General Store/Birregurra - Forrest Rd (Forrest)

Public transport stations close to Rochester, Melbourne

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

Bus stations close to Rochester:

  • Northcote St/Dawson St (Rochester)
  • Rochester District Health Service/16 Village Dr (Rochester)
  • Elizabeth St/Victoria St (Rochester)

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 604 minutes, using Bus line MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY, Bus line WARRNAMBOOL - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG & COLAC, Bus line MELBOURNE - DENILIQUIN VIA ECHUCA & HEATHCOTE.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 10 hr 4 min.

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

    The MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY bus line goes from Colac station near Forrest to Colac Railway Station (Colac) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Colac Railway Station (Colac) station near Rochester in Melbourne

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

    The total travel time between Forrest and Rochester in Melbourne by bus and train is about 10 hr 4 min.

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

    Get on the MARENGO - COLAC VIA FORREST, SKENES CREEK, APOLLO BAY bus from the Colac stop near Forrest in Melbourne.

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

    Get off the bus at the Colac Railway Station (Colac) stop, which is closest to Rochester in Melbourne.

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

    The ride from Forrest to Rochester costs A$48.00.