By car

The easiest way to get here from Melbourne is by car. You can take the Hume Highway M31 for the first 100 km of your journey, until the Shepparton turn off.  Then it’s the Goulburn Valley Freeway/Highway for the rest of your trip. This drive will take you just 3 hours. You can plan your route with Google Maps.

By public transport

Check the website V-line for more information about trains and busses. You can also buy your ticket on their website. Traveling by public transport will take you from 3.5 up to 4.5 hours to arrive in Strathmerton. From Melbourne, you’ll have to get on a train at the Southern Cross train station. There are four trains departing per day. There is only one train which departs in the morning, so make sure you catch this one if you want to spend a day at our garden! Two of these trains will go to Shepparton, and the other two will go to Seymour. With both stations, you’ll have to catch a bus the rest of the way to Strathmerton. From the bus stop in Strathmerton, there is about a 30 minute walk out to Cactus Country.

No worries, you can have a little break at our café with a nice refreshing drink and a snack. If you have time you can also check out Cafe 3641 in Strathmerton, renowned for using local fresh produce, and a must visit if you have a sweet tooth! (the Chocolate Raspberry Ganache is a family favourite)