How to get from Ardeer to Swifts Creek by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Ardeer to Swifts Creek in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON train from Ardeer station to Southern Cross station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MELBOURNE - BAIRNSDALE VIA SALE & TRARALGON train and finally take the 14 bus from Bairnsdale Railway Station/Macleod St (Bairnsdale) station to Swifts Creek General Store/Great Alpine Rd (Swifts Creek) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 8 hr 58 min. The ride fare is A$22.38.

538minA$22.38
Walk to train stationTrain - BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
Train - MELBOURNE - BAIRNSDALE VIA SALE & TRARALGON
MELBOURNE - BAIRNSDALE VIA SALE & TRARALGON
Bus - 14
14
Leaves from Ardeer

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ardeer
    1.22 km • 16 min
  • 2
    Train - BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTONBALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
    Melbourne
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross
    24 min
  • 4
    Train - MELBOURNE - BAIRNSDALE VIA SALE & TRARALGONMELBOURNE - BAIRNSDALE VIA SALE & TRARALGON
    Wait for train
    MELBOURNE - BAIRNSDALE VIA SALE & TRARALGON
    Bairnsdale
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bairnsdale
    238 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bairnsdale Railway Station/Macleod St (Bairnsdale)
    ID 37915
    20 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 1414
    Wait for bus
    14
    Omeo
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Swifts Creek General Store/Great Alpine Rd (Swifts Creek)
    Ride to bus station
    Swifts Creek General Store/Great Alpine Rd (Swifts Creek)
    ID 37926
    125 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ardeer to Swifts Creek

The distance between Ardeer, Melbourne and Swifts Creek, Melbourne is approximately 387.26 km, which can typically be travelled in 538 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ardeer to Swifts Creek 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 Ardeer

Ardeer is located at Ardeer, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Sunshine Motor Inn/Ballarat Rd (Ardeer).

Train stations close to Ardeer:

  • Albion
  • Deer Park
  • Ginifer

Bus stations close to Ardeer:

  • Sunshine Motor Inn/Ballarat Rd (Ardeer)
  • Chatsworth Ave/Ballarat Rd (Ardeer)
  • Sunshine Mosque/Ballarat Rd (Deer Park)

Public transport stations close to Swifts Creek, Melbourne

Swifts Creek is located at Swifts Creek, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Swifts Creek General Store/Great Alpine Rd (Swifts Creek).

Bus stations close to Swifts Creek:

  • Swifts Creek General Store/Great Alpine Rd (Swifts Creek)

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ardeer to Swifts Creek?

    The fastest way takes 538 minutes, using Bus line BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON, Bus line MELBOURNE - BAIRNSDALE VIA SALE & TRARALGON, Bus line 14.

  • Is there a direct train between Ardeer and Swifts Creek in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 8 hr 58 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ardeer to Swifts Creek in Melbourne?

    The BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON train line goes from Ardeer station near Ardeer to Melbourne station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Melbourne station near Swifts Creek in Melbourne

  • How long does it take to travel from Ardeer to Swifts Creek in Melbourne by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Ardeer and Swifts Creek in Melbourne by train and bus is about 8 hr 58 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Ardeer to get to Swifts Creek in Melbourne?

    Get on the BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON train from the Ardeer station near Ardeer in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Ardeer and Swifts Creek in Melbourne?

    Get off the train at the Melbourne stop, which is closest to Swifts Creek in Melbourne.

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Ardeer to Swifts Creek?

    The ride from Ardeer to Swifts Creek costs A$22.38.

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