How to get from Colac to Talbot by bus and train?

From Colac to Talbot by bus and train

To get from Colac to Talbot in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the GEELONG train from Colac Railway Station station to Footscray Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BALLARAT train and finally take the COACH bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St station to Talbot Station/Railway St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 9 min. The bus and train schedule from Colac may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Talbot on the Moovit app.

309min
Walk to train stationTrain - GEELONG
GEELONG
Train - BALLARAT
BALLARAT
Bus - COACH
COACH
Walk to Talbot
Leaves from Colac Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Colac Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:COL
    110 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - GEELONGGEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG
    Southern Cross
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Footscray Station
    ID vic:rail:FSY
    112 min
  • 4
    Train - BALLARATBALLARAT
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT
    Wendouree
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ballarat Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:BAT-V
    77 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ballarat Station/Lydiard St
    ID 82
    200 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Bus - COACHCOACH
    Wait for bus
    COACH
    Post Office
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Talbot Station/Railway St
    ID 47102
    52 min
  • 9
    Walk to Talbot
    Walk to
    Talbot
    380 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Colac to Talbot

The distance between Colac, Melbourne and Talbot, Melbourne is approximately 322.46 km, which can typically be travelled in 309 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Colac to Talbot by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Colac to Talbot

To check the bus and train timetable from Colac to Talbot using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Colac) and destination (Talbot), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Colac to Talbot?

    The fastest way takes 309 minutes, using Train line GEELONG, Train line BALLARAT, Bus line COACH.

  • Is there a direct train between Colac and Talbot in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 5 hr 9 min.

  • Which train line goes from Colac to Talbot in Melbourne?

    The GEELONG train line goes from Colac Railway Station station near Colac to Footscray Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Footscray Station station near Talbot in Melbourne.

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

    The total travel time between Colac and Talbot in Melbourne by train and bus is about 5 hr 9 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Colac to get to Talbot in Melbourne?

    Get on the GEELONG train from the Colac Railway Station station near Colac in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Colac and Talbot in Melbourne?

    Get off the train at the Footscray Station stop, which is closest to Talbot in Melbourne.

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