Bus 56 route
Route stops
17 stops • 2 directions
- Geelong Station (Bay 5)
- Moorabool Street Bus Stops/Moorabool St
- Yarra Street/Ryrie Street
- Geelong Hospital/Ryrie Street
- Newcomb Central Shopping Centre/Bellarine Highway
- Newcomb Secondary College/Bellarine Highway
- Helms Street/Bellarine Highway
- Coppards Road/Bellarine Highway
- Queenscliff Marina/Wharf St
- Queenscliff Marina/Wharf St
- Queenscliff Ferry/Wharf St
- Helms Street/Bellarine Highway
- Newcomb Secondary College/Bellarine Highway
- Geelong Hospital/Ryrie Street
- Argyle Street/Ryrie Street
- Moorabool Street Bus Stops/Moorabool St
- Geelong Station (Bay 5)
Route map

Common Questions About This Route
We've gathered all the essentials based on open data. Straight answers to the questions people ask most often.What number is assigned to this route?
Route number is 56. Remember it—the number stays the same everywhere: on the stop display, in apps, on the vehicle itself. Look for 56 specifically. If you're not sure you found the right stop, just ask someone nearby: 'Does bus 56 stop here?'
Where does bus #56 run?
This route serves the Melbourne (Australia) region. In larger metro areas, routes can pass through several districts or towns. To know for sure if it works for you, pull up the route map and check the key stops and direction.
What are the main stops along the way?
Key stops along the route: Ocean Grove. These are handy as landmarks and transfer points. First time riding? Note down 2–3 stops closest to where you're heading and track them on the map or listen for announcements—easier than missing your exit.
Who's the official operator?
Operator is McHarry's. This is the official company responsible for the route. If you run into problems (rude driver, breakdown, dirty vehicle, delays)—contact them. It helps to note the time, direction, and route number—makes your complaint more specific and gets handled faster. Contact info is usually on the company website or in transit apps.
Which transit system does it belong to?
This route is part of the 'PTV - Geelong Buses' transit system. Within one network, payment and transfer rules are often consistent. Terms can differ though, so check current fares and payment methods in up-to-date sources before your trip.
What color is the route on maps?
On transit maps this route is marked in #FF8200. Color helps you spot the line quickly and tell it apart from others. In some cities the line color appears on stop signs or even on the vehicles themselves. The exact shade might vary between sources—go by route number and endpoints instead.
Additional Route Information
Bus 56: Geelong Station => Ocean Grove => Queenscliff
Reference
56
Origin
Geelong Station
Destination
Queenscliff
Via
Ocean Grove
Route network
PTV - Geelong Buses
Operator
McHarry's
Color
#FF8200
Bus 56: Queenscliff => Ocean Grove => Geelong Station
Reference
56
Origin
Queenscliff
Destination
Geelong Station
Via
Ocean Grove
Route network
PTV - Geelong Buses
Operator
McHarry's
Color
#FF8200
Quick overview
Explore the bus 56 route in Melbourne (Australia). 2 directions, 17 stops, and an interactive route map available in one place.
Data source
The data is obtained from open sources and may contain inaccuracies. Route information is updated regularly.
