How to get from Melbourne to Warrnambool by train?

From Melbourne to Warrnambool by train

To get from Melbourne to Warrnambool in Warrnambool, take the SUNBURY train from Town Hall Railway Station station to Footscray Railway Station station. Next, take the GEELONG train from Footscray Railway Station station to Warrnambool Railway Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 51 min. The train schedule from Melbourne may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Warrnambool on the Moovit app.

231min
Train - SUNBURY
SUNBURY
Train - GEELONG
GEELONG
Walk to Warrnambool
Leaves from Town Hall Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Melbourne
  • 2
    Train - SUNBURYSUNBURY
    Wait for train
    SUNBURY
    Sunbury
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Footscray Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:FSY
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Footscray Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:FSY
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - GEELONGGEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG
    Warrnambool
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Warrnambool Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:WBL
    208 min
  • 7
    Walk to Warrnambool
    Walk to
    Warrnambool
    100 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Melbourne to Warrnambool by train via GLEN WAVERLEY and GEELONG

To get from Melbourne to Warrnambool in Warrnambool, take the GLEN WAVERLEY train from Flinders Street Railway Station station to Southern Cross Railway Station station. Next, take the GEELONG train from Southern Cross Railway Station station to Warrnambool Railway Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 46 min. The train schedule from Melbourne may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Warrnambool on the Moovit app.

226min
Train - GLEN WAVERLEY
GLEN WAVERLEY
Train - GEELONG
GEELONG
Walk to Warrnambool
Leaves from Flinders Street Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Melbourne
  • 2
    Train - GLEN WAVERLEYGLEN WAVERLEY
    Wait for train
    GLEN WAVERLEY
    Glen Waverley Via City Loop
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    270 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - GEELONGGEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG
    Warrnambool
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Warrnambool Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:WBL
    216 min
  • 7
    Walk to Warrnambool
    Walk to
    Warrnambool
    100 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Melbourne to Warrnambool

The distance between Melbourne and Warrnambool is approximately 268.78 km, which can typically be travelled in 231 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Melbourne to Warrnambool by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Warrnambool – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Melbourne to Warrnambool

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

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Alternative route from Melbourne to Warrnambool by train via GLEN WAVERLEY and GEELONG

To get from Melbourne to Warrnambool in Warrnambool, take the GLEN WAVERLEY train from Flinders Street Railway Station station to Southern Cross Railway Station station. Next, take the GEELONG train from Southern Cross Railway Station station to Warrnambool Railway Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 46 min. The train schedule from Melbourne may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Warrnambool on the Moovit app.

226min
Train - GLEN WAVERLEY
GLEN WAVERLEY
Train - GEELONG
GEELONG
Walk to Warrnambool
Leaves from Flinders Street Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Melbourne
  • 2
    Train - GLEN WAVERLEYGLEN WAVERLEY
    Wait for train
    GLEN WAVERLEY
    Glen Waverley Via City Loop
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    270 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - GEELONGGEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG
    Warrnambool
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Warrnambool Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:WBL
    216 min
  • 7
    Walk to Warrnambool
    Walk to
    Warrnambool
    100 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Warrnambool?

    The fastest way takes 231 minutes, using Train line SUNBURY, Train line GEELONG.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Melbourne to Warrnambool?

    The alternative route takes 226 minutes, using Train line GLEN WAVERLEY, Train line GEELONG.

  • Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Warrnambool?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 51 min.

  • Which train line goes from Melbourne to Warrnambool?

    The SUNBURY train line goes from Sunbury station near Melbourne in Melbourne to Footscray Railway Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Footscray Railway Station station near Warrnambool.

  • How long does it take to travel from Melbourne to Warrnambool by train?

    The total travel time between Melbourne and Warrnambool by train is about 3 hr 51 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Melbourne to get to Warrnambool?

    Get on the SUNBURY train from the Sunbury station near Melbourne in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Melbourne and Warrnambool?

    Get off the train at the Footscray Railway Station station, which is closest to Warrnambool.

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