How to get from Research to Thomson (Geelong) by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Research to Thomson (Geelong) in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 579 bus from Post Office/Main Rd (Research) station to Webb St/Yarra St (Warrandyte) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 906 bus and finally take the GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG train from Southern Cross station to South Geelong station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 6 min. The ride fare is A$13.84.

186minA$13.84
Bus - 579
579
Bus - 906
906
Train - GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
Walk to Thomson (Geelong)
Leaves from Post Office/Main Rd (Research)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Research
  • 2
    Bus - 579579
    Wait for bus
    579
    Warrandyte
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Webb St/Yarra St (Warrandyte)
    ID 4407
    12 min
  • 4
    Bus - 906906
    Wait for bus
    906
    City (King/Lonsdale Sts)
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    King St/Lonsdale St (Melbourne City)
    ID 43718
    53 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross
    580 m • 8 min
  • 7
    Train - GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONGGEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
    Geelong
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Geelong
    68 min
  • 9
    Walk to Thomson (Geelong)
    Walk to
    Thomson (Geelong)
    2.66 km • 34 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus and train via 578, 906 and GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG

To get from Research to Thomson (Geelong) in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 578 bus from Research Primary School/Main Rd (Research) station to Webb St/Yarra St (Warrandyte) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 906 bus and finally take the GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG train from Southern Cross station to South Geelong station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 28 min. The ride fare is A$13.84.

208minA$13.84
Walk to bus stationBus - 578
578
Bus - 906
906
Train - GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
Walk to Thomson (Geelong)
Leaves from Research Primary School/Main Rd (Research)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Research Primary School/Main Rd (Research)
    ID 21035
    230 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 578578
    Wait for bus
    578
    Warrandyte
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Webb St/Yarra St (Warrandyte)
    ID 4407
    13 min
  • 4
    Bus - 906906
    Wait for bus
    906
    City (King/Lonsdale Sts)
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    King St/Lonsdale St (Melbourne City)
    ID 43718
    53 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross
    580 m • 8 min
  • 7
    Train - GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONGGEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
    Geelong
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Geelong
    68 min
  • 9
    Walk to Thomson (Geelong)
    Walk to
    Thomson (Geelong)
    2.66 km • 34 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Research to Thomson (Geelong)

The distance between Research, Melbourne and Thomson (Geelong), Melbourne is approximately 126.51 km, which can typically be travelled in 186 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Research to Thomson (Geelong) 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 Research

Research is located at Research, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Research Primary School/Main Rd (Research).

Train stations close to Research:

  • Eltham

Bus stations close to Research:

  • Research Primary School/Main Rd (Research)
  • Research Park/Main Rd (Research)
  • Beddoe St/Research-Warrandyte Rd (Research)

Public transport stations close to Thomson (Geelong), Melbourne

Thomson (Geelong) is located at Thomson (Geelong), Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Robertson St/Ormond Rd (Thomson (3219)).

Train stations close to Thomson (Geelong):

  • South Geelong
  • Marshall

Bus stations close to Thomson (Geelong):

  • Robertson St/Ormond Rd (Thomson (3219))
  • East Geelong Uniting Church/Ormond Rd (East Geelong)
  • Ormond Village Sc/Ormond Rd (Thomson (3219))

Related Routes

Alternative route by bus and train via 578, 906 and GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG

To get from Research to Thomson (Geelong) in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 578 bus from Research Primary School/Main Rd (Research) station to Webb St/Yarra St (Warrandyte) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 906 bus and finally take the GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG train from Southern Cross station to South Geelong station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 28 min. The ride fare is A$13.84.

208minA$13.84
Walk to bus stationBus - 578
578
Bus - 906
906
Train - GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
Walk to Thomson (Geelong)
Leaves from Research Primary School/Main Rd (Research)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Research Primary School/Main Rd (Research)
    ID 21035
    230 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 578578
    Wait for bus
    578
    Warrandyte
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Webb St/Yarra St (Warrandyte)
    ID 4407
    13 min
  • 4
    Bus - 906906
    Wait for bus
    906
    City (King/Lonsdale Sts)
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    King St/Lonsdale St (Melbourne City)
    ID 43718
    53 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross
    580 m • 8 min
  • 7
    Train - GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONGGEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG
    Geelong
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Geelong
    68 min
  • 9
    Walk to Thomson (Geelong)
    Walk to
    Thomson (Geelong)
    2.66 km • 34 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Research to Thomson (Geelong)?

    The fastest way takes 186 minutes, using Bus line 579, Bus line 906, Bus line GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Research to Thomson (Geelong)?

    The alternative route takes 208 minutes, using Bus line 578, Bus line 906, Bus line GEELONG - MELBOURNE VIA GEELONG.

  • Is there a direct bus between Research and Thomson (Geelong) in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 6 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Research to Thomson (Geelong) in Melbourne?

    The 579 bus line goes from Warrandyte station near Research to Webb St/Yarra St (Warrandyte) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Webb St/Yarra St (Warrandyte) station near Thomson (Geelong) in Melbourne

  • How long does it take to travel from Research to Thomson (Geelong) in Melbourne by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Research and Thomson (Geelong) in Melbourne by bus and train is about 3 hr 6 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Research to get to Thomson (Geelong) in Melbourne?

    Get on the 579 bus from the Warrandyte stop near Research in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Research and Thomson (Geelong) in Melbourne?

    Get off the bus at the Webb St/Yarra St (Warrandyte) station, which is closest to Thomson (Geelong) in Melbourne.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Research to Thomson (Geelong)?

    The ride from Research to Thomson (Geelong) costs A$13.84.

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