Getting Here

About an hour from anywhere? Well maybe a bit more than an hour in some cases, but Rutherglen is easily accessed no matter where you are travelling from.

Ideally located on the Murray Valley Highway, and just off the M31 Hume Highway, Rutherglen is an ideal base to explore Victoria's High Country, from the rivers to the mountains and everything in between.

Road

Rutherglen is a 3 hour drive from Melbourne via the M31 Hume Freeway. Take the Hume Highway north, and exit at Springhurst for the final 15km stretch into Rutherglen.

Sydney is a 6 hour drive to Rutherglen via the M31 Hume Freeway to the Murray Valley Highway overpass (15km south of Albury Wodonga). Follow the Murray Valley Highway for approximately 25km directly into Rutherglen.

Canberra is a 4 hour drive from Rutherglen. Take the Barton Highway north, exiting onto the southbound lanes of the Hume Highway. Remain on the Hume Highway, exiting at the Murray Valley Highway overpass (15km sough of Albury Wodonga) Follow the Murray Valley Highway for approximately 25km into Rutherglen.

Air

Albury airport is about 50 minutes from Rutherglen. Qantas and REX (Regional Express) operate several flights daily from Melbourne and Sydney. Check airline websites for current flight information. Hire cars are available from Albury Airport.

Train

Rail services run daily from Melbourne and Sydney to Wangaratta and Albury. View VLine and NSW TrainLink XPT for timetable information.

Bus

VLine also operates regular coach service from Melborne, Wangaratta and Adelaide. View timetables at www.vline.com.au.

Town Maps

Download our Rutherglen town map here, or our regional driving map here.

Indigo Shire Council

Find Your Route

Only 300kms from Melbourne and 600kms from Sydney, Rutherglen is accessible by road, by air into Albury and by rail to Wangaratta.

Find Your Activity

75th Annual Rutherglen RSL and Victoria Police Legacy Golf Day

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The Farmers Daughters

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Rutherglen Rotary Country Fair

The Rutherglen Country Fair is one of the largest regional markets in Victoria with more than 250 stalls stretching the…

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Live Music With Liam Dalby

Wine, Cheese, and Rockin’ Good Times. Join the team at James & Co. Wines for a fantastic afternoon of Music…

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Gold and Grapes Garden Suites

Unique old-world style accommodation, set in a beautiful period garden. Gold and Grapes Garden Suites are located a minute’s walk…

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Malaysian Street Food with MasterChef 2017 Winner, Diana Chan

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Mother’s Day High Tea Paint and Sip at Pfeiffer Wines

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Rutherglen Rumble

The annual Rutherglen Rumble is on this year bigger and better than ever! Saturday will be a swap meet 8am…

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Polly May’s Rutherglen

Located in a quiet, leafy street in the historic town of Rutherglen is a beautifully renovated idyllic cottage and is…

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Rutherglen Seasonal Food Foray

A progressive picnic lunch with a difference, the Seasonal Food Foray is the ideal way to explore Rutherglen and discover…

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Rutherglen Vintage Bike Ride

The Rotary Club of Rutherglen Inc. is organising a Bike Ride providing an opportunity to visit the North East Victoria…

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Sip and Pour Wine Tours

Join the team for an unforgettable day in Rutherglen’s wine Wonderland! Your adventure kicks off with an indulgent wine tasting…

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“The Shop” Accommodation in Wahgunyah

“The Shop” is a hidden gem in the heart of Wahgunyah. This special place is close to everything, making it…

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La Bella Rosa

La Bella Rosa is a family home with two and a half acres of beautiful gardens overlooking pastoral land and…

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Savoy Truffle Co

Savoy Truffle Co is owned and operated by veteran chef Kate Akrap. After starting a family in 2016, Kate and…

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Buller Wines Vineyard View Cabins

Discover a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Rutherglen’s wine country at Buller Wines. Located amidst the lush gardens…

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Weave through open farmland, historic sites and the Chiltern-Mt Pilot National Park on this picturesque point-to-point route.

Rutherglen – Chiltern

On top of world-class wines, Rutherglen offers boundless gravel cycling winding through farmland and sweeping native bush. Weave through open…

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Paint and Sip at Pfeiffer Wines

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A Winter Escape Long Weekend

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Campbells Easter Picnic

The perfect way to spend your Easter weekend! Easter eggs, face painting and giant games will keep your family entertained…

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