How to get from Thomson (Geelong) to Rochester by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Thomson (Geelong) to Rochester in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 40 bus from Robertson St/Ormond Rd (Thomson (3219)) station to Geelong Station/Railway Tce (Geelong) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG 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 4 hr 16 min. The ride fare is A$16.00.

256minA$16.00
Bus - 40
40
Train - GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
Bus - MELBOURNE - DENILIQUIN VIA ECHUCA & HEATHCOTE
MELBOURNE - DENILIQUIN VIA ECHUCA & HEATHCOTE
Walk to Rochester
Leaves from Robertson St/Ormond Rd (Thomson (3219))

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Thomson (Geelong)
  • 2
    Bus - 4040
    Wait for bus
    40
    Geelong Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Geelong Station/Railway Tce (Geelong)
    ID 30391
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Geelong
    140 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONGGEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
    Melbourne
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross
    63 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
    140 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 Thomson (Geelong) to Rochester

The distance between Thomson (Geelong), Melbourne and Rochester, Melbourne is approximately 263.19 km, which can typically be travelled in 256 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Thomson (Geelong) 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 Thomson (Geelong)

Thomson (Geelong) is located at Thomson (Geelong), Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is East Geelong Uniting Church/Ormond Rd (East Geelong).

Train stations close to Thomson (Geelong):

  • South Geelong

Bus stations close to Thomson (Geelong):

  • East Geelong Uniting Church/Ormond Rd (East Geelong)
  • Ormond Village Sc/Ormond Rd (Thomson (3219))
  • Eastern Cemetery/Ormond Rd (East Geelong)

Public transport stations close to Rochester, Melbourne

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

Bus stations close to Rochester:

  • Pascoe St/Campaspe St (Rochester)
  • Campaspe St/Fraser St (Rochester)
  • Fraser St/Mackay St (Rochester)

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Thomson (Geelong) to Rochester?

    The fastest way takes 256 minutes, using Bus line 40, Bus line GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG, Bus line MELBOURNE - DENILIQUIN VIA ECHUCA & HEATHCOTE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Thomson (Geelong) and Rochester in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 16 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Thomson (Geelong) to Rochester in Melbourne?

    The 40 bus line goes from Geelong Station station near Thomson (Geelong) to Geelong Station/Railway Tce (Geelong) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Geelong Station/Railway Tce (Geelong) station near Rochester in Melbourne

  • How long does it take to travel from Thomson (Geelong) to Rochester in Melbourne by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Thomson (Geelong) and Rochester in Melbourne by bus and train is about 4 hr 16 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Thomson (Geelong) to get to Rochester in Melbourne?

    Get on the 40 bus from the Geelong Station stop near Thomson (Geelong) in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Thomson (Geelong) and Rochester in Melbourne?

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

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Thomson (Geelong) to Rochester?

    The ride from Thomson (Geelong) to Rochester costs A$16.00.

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