How to get from South Yarra to Smythesdale by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from South Yarra to Smythesdale in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the PAKENHAM train from South Yarra station to Southern Cross 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 12 min. The ride fare is A$8.54.

132minA$8.54
Train - PAKENHAM
PAKENHAM
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 South Yarra

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    South Yarra
  • 2
    Train - PAKENHAMPAKENHAM
    Wait for train
    PAKENHAM
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross
    13 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
    85 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
    21 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from South Yarra to Smythesdale

The distance between South Yarra, Melbourne and Smythesdale, Melbourne is approximately 140.66 km, which can typically be travelled in 132 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Yarra 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 South Yarra

South Yarra is located at South Yarra, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Darling St/Alexandra Ave (South Yarra).

Train stations close to South Yarra:

  • South Yarra

Bus stations close to South Yarra:

  • Darling St/Alexandra Ave (South Yarra)
  • Caroline St/Alexandra Ave (South Yarra)
  • Darling Gardens/Alexandra Ave (South Yarra)

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 South Yarra to Smythesdale?

    The fastest way takes 132 minutes, using Bus line PAKENHAM, Bus line BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON, Bus line MT GAMBIER - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & HAMILTON.

  • Is there a direct train between South Yarra 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 12 min.

  • Which train line goes from South Yarra to Smythesdale in Melbourne?

    The PAKENHAM train line goes from City (Flinders Street) station near South Yarra to Southern Cross station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Southern Cross station near Smythesdale in Melbourne

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

    The total travel time between South Yarra and Smythesdale in Melbourne by train and bus is about 2 hr 12 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near South Yarra to get to Smythesdale in Melbourne?

    Get on the PAKENHAM train from the City (Flinders Street) station near South Yarra in Melbourne.

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

    Get off the train at the Southern Cross stop, which is closest to Smythesdale in Melbourne.

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from South Yarra to Smythesdale?

    The ride from South Yarra to Smythesdale costs A$8.54.

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