How to get from Little River to Smythesdale by bus and train?

From Little River to Smythesdale by bus and train

To get from Little River to Smythesdale in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG train from Little River station to Deer Park station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON train and finally take the MT GAMBIER - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & HAMILTON bus from Ballarat Railway Station/Lydiard St (Ballarat Central) station to Loader St/Glenelg Hwy (Smythesdale) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 43 min. The ride fare is A$3.78.

163minA$3.78
Train - GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
Train - BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
Bus - MT GAMBIER - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & HAMILTON
MT GAMBIER - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & HAMILTON
Leaves from Little River

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Little River
  • 2
    Train - GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONGGEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
    Melbourne
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Deer Park
    22 min
  • 4
    Train - BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTONBALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
    Ballarat
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ballarat Station
    69 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ballarat Railway Station/Lydiard St (Ballarat Central)
    ID 82
    90 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - MT GAMBIER - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & HAMILTONMT GAMBIER - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & HAMILTON
    Wait for bus
    MT GAMBIER - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & HAMILTON
    Mt Gambier
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Loader St/Glenelg Hwy (Smythesdale)
    Ride to bus station
    Loader St/Glenelg Hwy (Smythesdale)
    ID 17774
    22 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Little River to Smythesdale

The distance between Little River, Melbourne and Smythesdale, Melbourne is approximately 154.21 km, which can typically be travelled in 163 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Little River to Smythesdale 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 Little River

Little River is located at Little River, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Little River Railway Station (Little River).

Train stations close to Little River:

  • Little River

Public transport stations close to Smythesdale, Melbourne

Smythesdale is located at Smythesdale, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Loader St/Glenelg Hwy (Smythesdale).

Bus stations close to Smythesdale:

  • Loader St/Glenelg Hwy (Smythesdale)

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Little River to Smythesdale?

    The fastest way takes 163 minutes, using Bus line GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG, Bus line BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON, Bus line MT GAMBIER - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & HAMILTON.

  • Is there a direct train between Little River and Smythesdale in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 43 min.

  • Which train line goes from Little River to Smythesdale in Melbourne?

    The GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG train line goes from Melbourne station near Little River to Deer Park station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Deer Park station near Smythesdale in Melbourne

  • How long does it take to travel from Little River to Smythesdale in Melbourne by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Little River and Smythesdale in Melbourne by train and bus is about 2 hr 43 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Little River to get to Smythesdale in Melbourne?

    Get on the GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG train from the Melbourne station near Little River in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Little River and Smythesdale in Melbourne?

    Get off the train at the Deer Park stop, which is closest to Smythesdale in Melbourne.

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Little River to Smythesdale?

    The ride from Little River to Smythesdale costs A$3.78.