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Glenrowan
Stop for 2–3 hours off the Hume if you care about Ned Kelly; sleep in Wangaratta, 8 km (5 mi) north, and skip Glenrowan as an overnight base.Stop for 2–3 hours off the Hume if you care about Ned Kelly; sleep in Wangaratta, 5 mi (8 km) north, and skip Glenrowan as an overnight base.
Glenrowan is a small Hume Highway town, population about 960, known as the site of Ned Kelly's last stand in 1880. There is no train stop and no accommodation in town, so it works as a half-day break between Melbourne and Albury or as a base in nearby Wangaratta. Two or three hours covers the museum, the siege site and the Big Ned Kelly statue.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- AUD
- Best months
- Oct–Apr; spring and autumn are mildest for walking the siege site
- avoid Jan–Feb (40°C (104°F) days), winter frosts and fog on the Humeavoid Jan–Feb (104°F (40°C) days), winter frosts and fog on the Hume
- Airports
- MEL · ABX
- Nights
- 0 (day stop); 1 night if based in Wangaratta
Rules in force · 7
- Oceania ↗Oceania's island states guard their farms and reefs at the border: tick 'yes' on the arrival card for any food, plant, animal product, soil or used outdoor gear, and let the officer decide.
- Oceania ↗Across the tropical South Pacific, cyclones are possible from November to April: choose insurance that covers weather delays and keep one spare night before a long-haul departure.
- Australia and New Zealand ↗Both countries drive on the left, with long distances between fuel stops in the outback and on New Zealand's back roads; fatigue causes more visitor crashes than speed.
- Australia ↗Almost every visitor needs a visa or an electronic authorisation (ETA or eVisitor, depending on passport) before boarding: apply only through the official Department of Home Affairs site or the official AustralianETA app, and check the rules for your passport.
- Australia ↗Declare all food, plant material, seeds, wood and animal products on your arrival declaration; undeclared items can bring on-the-spot fines or visa cancellation. When unsure, declare it.
- Australia ↗Drive on the left. An overseas licence in English (or with an official translation or International Driving Permit) is accepted for visitors; check the state rules and your rental contract.
- Australia ↗Swim between the red and yellow flags on patrolled beaches; rip currents cause most beach drownings.
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Glenrowan000 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Glenrowan, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Australian dollar (AUD, A$).Australia-wide
- SIM or eSIMTelstra has the widest outback coverage; Optus and Vodafone (TPG) are cheaper and fine in cities and along highways.Australia-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe in cities and towns; in remote places use signed drinking taps.Australia-wide
- TippingRestaurants: Not expected; 10% for very good service in a nice restaurant if you wish.Australia-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets I. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): fits. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Australia-wide
- SafetyVery safe.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets in parks, beaches, shopping centres and petrol stations (servos); the National Public Toilet Map app lists them.Australia-wide
- Emergency numbers000 police, fire, ambulance · 112 From mobiles
- Sundays & holidaysChristmas Day, Good Friday and Anzac Day morning close most shops; many cafés close by 15:00; country towns close early on Saturday and all Sunday.Christmas Day, Good Friday and Anzac Day morning close most shops; many cafés close by 3:00 PM; country towns close early on Saturday and all Sunday.Australia-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportMEL Melbourne Airport (About 2 h 30 min by car via the Hume Freeway; no direct public transport to Glenrowan).
- Getting aroundWalk.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeA$4–6 (≈ US$3–4)
- Beerschooner in a pub / can at a bottle shopA$7–10 (≈ US$5–7)A$4–6 (≈ US$3–4)
- Museum or sight ticketNed Kelly Museum entrycheckA$12 (≈ US$8)
- Budget bedFamily room (up to 4), a night, per roomA$160 (≈ US$110)
- Mid-range bedWangaratta motel double room, a night, per roomA$160 (≈ US$110)
- High-end bedWangaratta motel double room, a night, per roomA$260 (≈ US$180)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget A$60 (≈ US$40) · Mid A$120 (≈ US$80) · High A$220 (≈ US$150)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- MEL Melbourne Airport (About 2 h 30 min by car via the Hume Freeway; no direct public transport to Glenrowan) · ABX Albury Airport (About 1 h 15 min by car south on the Hume)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Care
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Feb
Care
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Apr
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
May
not flagged
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Jun
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Jul
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Aug
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Sep
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Oct
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Nov
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Dec
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Best: Mar–Apr, Oct–Dec. Mixed: Jan–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jan (32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)), coolest Jun (3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C) low), wettest Jul (12 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Glenrowan: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
5 rd
Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
5 rd
Mar
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
6 rd
Apr
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
7 rd
May
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
9 rd
Jun
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
11 rd
Jul
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
12 rd
Aug
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
11 rd
Sep
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
9 rd
Oct
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
8 rd
Nov
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
7 rd
Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walk. The whole town is a few blocks along Gladstone Street and the siege site is a short walk from the main road; driving between sights takes longer than walking. There is no train service stopping at Glenrowan — coaches connect to Wangaratta station for trains to Melbourne, Albury and Sydney.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: About 15 min
Car north on the Hume Freeway, about 10 min
Nearest beds, pubs and train station; also the coach link to Melbourne and Sydney trains.
Beechworth
goDoor to door: About 50 min
Car via Wangaratta and the Beechworth–Wangaratta Road, about 45 min
Gold-rush streetscape, bakery and the old gaol where Ned Kelly was held.
Rutherglen
goDoor to door: About 1 h
Car east via Wangaratta, about 50 min
Wine tasting rooms; pick a designated driver.
Bright
overnightDoor to door: About 1 h 30 min
Car east via Wangaratta and Myrtleford, about 1 h 30 min
Alpine foothills; better as a night or two than a return day.
Door to door: About 2 h 30 min
Car via Mansfield, about 2 h 30 min
Snow season needs chains and a resort entry fee; check road status first.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Wangaratta (8 km north)
The practical base: motels, pubs and the nearest train station, about 10 min by car.
Benalla (about 30 km south)
Alternative Hume stop with lakeside walks and its own rail station.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- A$60–100 (≈ US$40–70) excl. bed
- Mid
- A$100–180 (≈ US$70–120) excl. bed
- High
- A$180 (≈ US$120)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Wangaratta motel double room1 × 1 night × A$160 | A$160 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × A$120 | A$240 |
| Kellyland Glenrowan adult ticket2 × A$32 · check | A$64 |
| Ned Kelly Museum entry2 × A$12 · check | A$24 |
| Fuel, Melbourne to Glenrowan and back (about 460 km)1 × A$70 · check | A$70 |
| eSIM, about a week of data2 × A$25 | A$50 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | A$61 |
| Trip total≈ A$335 per person per day, bed included | A$669≈ US$450 |
2026 estimate in Australian dollars; fuel and flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | A$4–6 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Bakery pie or sausage roll | A$5–8 (≈ US$4–6) |
| Counter meal in Wangaratta | A$20–35 (≈ US$14–25) |
| Beer: schooner in a pub / can at a bottle shop | A$7–10 (≈ US$5–7) / A$4–6 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Kellyland Glenrowan adult ticketcheck | A$32 (≈ US$25) |
| Ned Kelly Museum entrycheck | A$12 (≈ US$8) |
| Fuel, unleadedcheck | A$1.80–2.10 (≈ US$2) per litre |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- No accommodation and no pub in Glenrowan: book a bed in Wangaratta before you arrive.
- No passenger trains stop here; the nearest station is Wangaratta.
- Summer days can hit 40°C (104°F) with little shade at the siege site: carry water and go early.Summer days can hit 104°F (40°C) with little shade at the siege site: carry water and go early.
- Kangaroos and wombats on the Hume and local roads at dawn and dusk.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 000
- From mobiles
- 112
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Emergency
- Police, fire, ambulance000
- From mobiles112
Embassy
No consulates in Glenrowan; embassies and consulates-general are in Canberra and Melbourne.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Melbourne to Glenrowan by car: about 2 h 30 min via the Hume Freeway, about 230 km (143 mi) (check)about 2 h 30 min via the Hume Freeway, about 143 mi (230 km) (check)
- Glenrowan to Wangaratta: about 8 km (5 mi), 10 min by car (check)about 5 mi (8 km), 10 min by car (check)
- Coach link to Wangaratta station: check local timetable; trains to Melbourne, Albury and Sydney
Say or show
- Thanks — Thank you
- Where's the Ned Kelly Museum? — Where is the museum?
- Card OK? — Can I pay by card?
- Table for two, please? — Is there a table for two?
- Where's the loo? — Where is the toilet?
- Just looking, thanks — Just looking, thanks
No accommodation or pub in town — the nearest beds are in Wangaratta, about 8 km north.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Glenrowan. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–Apr; spring and autumn are mildest for walking the siege site · avoid Jan–Feb (40°C days), winter frosts and fog on the Hume · month by month →
- 2 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 5 day-trips, door to door
- 4 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Airport-to-bed contract for MEL and ABX: drive times field-checked, last-coach fallback, Wangaratta overnight rung.
- Walking cluster with rescue anchors: Gladstone Street, the siege site, the Big Ned Kelly, the museum.
- Place pages with verified opening hours and cutoffs (Ned Kelly Museum, Kellyland, siege site) and eat pages with last orders.
- Summer heat and winter fog fixtures so gates A–D can go green.