How to get from Elphinstone to Tongala by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Elphinstone to Tongala in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 5 bus from Elphinstone Hotel/14 Wright St (Elphinstone) station to Castlemaine Railway Station/Kennedy St (Castlemaine) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the ECHUCA-MOAMA - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO OR HEATHCOTE train and finally take the ECHUCA/MOAMA - MELBOURNE VIA SHEPPARTON bus from Echuca station to Mangan St/Henderson Rd (Tongala) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 7 hr 49 min. The ride fare is A$34.04.

469minA$34.04
Walk to bus stationBus - 5
5
Train - ECHUCA-MOAMA - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO OR HEATHCOTE
ECHUCA-MOAMA - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO OR HEATHCOTE
Bus - ECHUCA/MOAMA - MELBOURNE VIA SHEPPARTON
ECHUCA/MOAMA - MELBOURNE VIA SHEPPARTON
Leaves from Elphinstone Hotel/14 Wright St (Elphinstone)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Elphinstone Hotel/14 Wright St (Elphinstone)
    ID 23255
    280 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 55
    Wait for bus
    5
    Castlemaine
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Castlemaine Railway Station/Kennedy St (Castlemaine)
    ID 35588
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Castlemaine
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - ECHUCA-MOAMA - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO OR HEATHCOTEECHUCA-MOAMA - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO OR HEATHCOTE
    Wait for train
    ECHUCA-MOAMA - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO OR HEATHCOTE
    Echuca/Moama
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Echuca
    101 min
  • 7
    Bus - ECHUCA/MOAMA - MELBOURNE VIA SHEPPARTONECHUCA/MOAMA - MELBOURNE VIA SHEPPARTON
    Wait for bus
    ECHUCA/MOAMA - MELBOURNE VIA SHEPPARTON
    Melbourne
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Mangan St/Henderson Rd (Tongala)
    Ride to bus station
    Mangan St/Henderson Rd (Tongala)
    ID 15120
    20 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Elphinstone to Tongala

The distance between Elphinstone, Melbourne and Tongala, Melbourne is approximately 163.89 km, which can typically be travelled in 469 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Elphinstone to Tongala 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 Elphinstone

Elphinstone is located at Elphinstone, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is War Memorial/Wright St (Elphinstone).

Bus stations close to Elphinstone:

  • War Memorial/Wright St (Elphinstone)
  • Elphinstone Hotel/14 Wright St (Elphinstone)

Public transport stations close to Tongala, Melbourne

Tongala is located at Tongala, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Mangan St/Henderson Rd (Tongala).

Bus stations close to Tongala:

  • Mangan St/Henderson Rd (Tongala)

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Elphinstone to Tongala?

    The fastest way takes 469 minutes, using Bus line 5, Bus line ECHUCA-MOAMA - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO OR HEATHCOTE, Bus line ECHUCA/MOAMA - MELBOURNE VIA SHEPPARTON.

  • Is there a direct bus between Elphinstone and Tongala in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 7 hr 49 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Elphinstone to Tongala in Melbourne?

    The 5 bus line goes from Elphinstone Hotel/14 Wright St (Elphinstone) station near Elphinstone to Castlemaine station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Castlemaine station near Tongala in Melbourne

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

    The total travel time between Elphinstone and Tongala in Melbourne by bus and train is about 7 hr 49 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Elphinstone to get to Tongala in Melbourne?

    Get on the 5 bus from the Elphinstone Hotel/14 Wright St (Elphinstone) stop near Elphinstone in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Elphinstone and Tongala in Melbourne?

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

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Elphinstone to Tongala?

    The ride from Elphinstone to Tongala costs A$34.04.

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