Bus 61 route
Route stops
30 stops • 2 directions
- Geelong Station (Bay 6)
- 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
- Pollard Drive/Portarlington Road
- Bawtree Road/Portarlington Road
- Hermsley Road/Portarlington Road
- Tivoli Drive/Portarlington Road
- Hackwill Place/Portarlington Road
- Oakden Road/Clifton Springs Road
- Drysdale Primary School/Clifton Springs Rd
- Drysdale Village Shopping Centre/High St
- Drysdale Village Shopping Centre/High St
- Drysdale Primary School/Clifton Springs Rd
- Nash Avenue/Clifton Springs Road
- Grubb Road/Portarlington Road
- Tivoli Drive/Portarlington Road
- Curlewis Road/Portarlington Road
- Bawtree Road/Portarlington Road
- Pollard Drive/Portarlington Road
- 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 6)
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 61. Remember it—the number stays the same everywhere: on the stop display, in apps, on the vehicle itself. Look for 61 specifically. If you're not sure you found the right stop, just ask someone nearby: 'Does bus 61 stop here?'
Where does bus #61 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: Clifton Springs. 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 61: Geelong Station => Clifton Springs => Drysdale
Reference
61
Origin
Geelong Station
Destination
Drysdale
Via
Clifton Springs
Route network
PTV - Geelong Buses
Operator
McHarry's
Color
#FF8200
Bus 61: Drysdale => Clifton Springs => Geelong Station
Reference
61
Origin
Drysdale
Destination
Geelong Station
Via
Clifton Springs
Route network
PTV - Geelong Buses
Operator
McHarry's
Color
#FF8200
Quick overview
Explore the bus 61 route in Melbourne (Australia). 2 directions, 30 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.
