How to get from Heathcote to Smythesdale by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Heathcote to Smythesdale in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the MELBOURNE - BARHAM VIA HEATHCOTE bus from Jennings St/Northern Hwy (Heathcote) station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St (Melbourne City) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT 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 4 hr 41 min. The ride fare is A$18.06.

281minA$18.06
Walk to bus stationBus - MELBOURNE - BARHAM VIA HEATHCOTE
MELBOURNE - BARHAM VIA HEATHCOTE
Train - ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
Bus - MT GAMBIER - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & HAMILTON
MT GAMBIER - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & HAMILTON
Leaves from Jennings St/Northern Hwy (Heathcote)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Jennings St/Northern Hwy (Heathcote)
    ID 15097
    1.66 km • 21 min
  • 2
    Bus - MELBOURNE - BARHAM VIA HEATHCOTEMELBOURNE - BARHAM VIA HEATHCOTE
    Wait for bus
    MELBOURNE - BARHAM VIA HEATHCOTE
    Melbourne
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St (Melbourne City)
    ID 20836
    100 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross
    260 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARATARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
    Wait for train
    ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
    Ararat
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ballarat Station
    89 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ballarat Railway Station/Lydiard St (Ballarat Central)
    ID 82
    90 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - MT GAMBIER - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & HAMILTONMT GAMBIER - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & HAMILTON
    Wait for bus
    MT GAMBIER - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & HAMILTON
    Mt Gambier
  • 9
    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 Heathcote to Smythesdale

The distance between Heathcote, Melbourne and Smythesdale, Melbourne is approximately 253.39 km, which can typically be travelled in 281 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Heathcote 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 Heathcote

Heathcote is located at Heathcote, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Mitchell St/High St (Heathcote).

Bus stations close to Heathcote:

  • Mitchell St/High St (Heathcote)
  • Mitchell St/Northern Hwy (Heathcote)

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 Heathcote to Smythesdale?

    The fastest way takes 281 minutes, using Bus line MELBOURNE - BARHAM VIA HEATHCOTE, Bus line ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT, Bus line MT GAMBIER - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & HAMILTON.

  • Is there a direct bus between Heathcote and Smythesdale in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 41 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Heathcote to Smythesdale in Melbourne?

    The MELBOURNE - BARHAM VIA HEATHCOTE bus line goes from Jennings St/Northern Hwy (Heathcote) station near Heathcote to Melbourne station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Melbourne station near Smythesdale in Melbourne

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

    The total travel time between Heathcote and Smythesdale in Melbourne by bus and train is about 4 hr 41 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Heathcote to get to Smythesdale in Melbourne?

    Get on the MELBOURNE - BARHAM VIA HEATHCOTE bus from the Jennings St/Northern Hwy (Heathcote) stop near Heathcote in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Heathcote and Smythesdale in Melbourne?

    Get off the bus at the Melbourne stop, which is closest to Smythesdale in Melbourne.

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

    The ride from Heathcote to Smythesdale costs A$18.06.

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