The townships of Nathalia and Barmah are located north of Melbourne in regional Victoria and forms part of the Sun Country on the Murray region.
Barmah sits on the Murray River and Nathalia hugs the banks of the Broken Creek. You can get to Nathalia and Barmah by car, by bus and train and by air. Once in Nathalia or Barmah the best way to get around is by car.
Nathalia and Barmah are a 3 hour drive from Melbourne, following the Hume Highway and Goulburn Valley Highway (through Shepparton), or the Hume Highway and Northern Highway (through Echuca).
For maps, more information on how to get here and to plan your trip, Visit Victoria's Route Planner and Google Maps are helpful tools.
If you prefer to take your time, there is plenty to see and do along the way. There are a number of touring routes to suit every traveller.
Sydney-Melbourne Touring
The Sydney-Melbourne Heritage Drive is the inland, self-drive route between Melbourne and Sydney, where Australian pioneer spirit comes to life. There are plenty of places to stop for an hour or a night and a range of different experiences, from the Goldfields, to the Murray River, to our nation's capital. Perfect for a week, or for a shorter road trip, why not do a three day loop.
Regions along the Murray River offer an array of fantastic experiences. You'll be amazed at the variety of different experiences, and how the river changes, as it winds it's way from source to sea.
V/Line offers bus and train services to and from Nathalia and Barmah (via Shepparton). For detailed information and timetables visit V/Line's website or give them a call on 1800 800 007.
The Shepparton Aerodrome and Echuca Aerodrome are available for charters and small aircrafts.
Tullamarine Airport is an international airport and located just under 3 hours from Nathalia and Barmah. Hire a car or catch a V/Line bus or train from the Melbourne CBD.
When visiting Nathalia and Barmah, the best option for getting around is by car.
While both towns are small and easy to navigate on foot or bikes, they are 27km apart.
When exploring the Barmah National Park, while many tracks are 2wd accessible, a 4wd is recommended. Please check the conditions of the roads with Parks Victoria or the Visitor Information Centre (Nathalia) before you leave.
