Getting here
Getting to the North of the Murray region is an easy and scenic journey, whether you are traveling from Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra, or further afield
Easy to reach, impossible to forget
Getting to the North of the Murray region is an easy and scenic journey, whether you're traveling from Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra or further afield. For those driving, the region is a comfortable three-hour trip from Melbourne via the Hume Freeway or a six-hour drive from Sydney, with well-connected roads leading directly to the hearts of Corowa, Howlong, and Mulwala.
If you prefer to travel by rail or coach, V/Line and NSW TrainLink offer regular services to nearby Albury and Wangaratta, where connecting buses make reaching our riverside towns a breeze. For those arriving from further afield, Albury Airport is just a short drive away, providing multiple daily flights from major capital cities and convenient car hire options to help you start your adventure immediately.
Travel information
Bike Hire at Rutherglen
Explore Rutherglen and Wahgunyah's world-class wine region on 48km of interconnected trails linking historic cellar doors, the Murray River, and Lake Moodemere.Rutherglen Visitor Information Centre offers the hire of recreational bikes for…
Corowa
With around 6000 people calling Corowa home, this historical town and regional centre is a great place to base yourself for all of your adventures North of the Murray. Corowa offers more to do, see and experience.Corowa sits on a bend in…
Corowa Visitor Information Centre
With an abundance of activities and experiences on offer, staff at the Corowa Visitor Information Centre will provide ideas on places to explore North of the Murray. Pick up a list of upcoming events, request help finding suitable…
Executive Meeting Room at Circa 1936
The Porta Executive Meeting Room at Circa 1936, a name steeped in familial history and symbolic of gateways, beckons leaders to a meeting space where heritage meets foresight. Here, within walls that echo a storied past, executive…
Howlong
Ever since Major Mitchell set up camp in this area in 1836, this small town has been a living example of the spirit of discovery and a demonstration of the best things in life. Even today, camping on the very same banks remains a major…
Ka-Ching Coworking Space
Welcome to Ka-Ching, your coworking hub in the heart of Rutherglen. They are housed in a grand 1870s bank building, right in the middle of the vibrant main street. Whether you are after a quiet desk for focus, a spot to host your next big…
Lake Mulwala Fish Camp and Ski
An independent Fishing and Outdoor store on the shores of Lake Mulwala. Priding themselves on giving their customers the best local advice when it comes to fishing and boating on the lake, they also keep up to date with the current water…
Mulwala
Welcome North of the Murray, a place where there is more to discover and more to life. Renowned for its wonderful climate and the picturesque Lake Mulwala, this pocket of regional New South Wales is the perfect place to take some time…
Rutherglen
One of the oldest wine growing areas in Australia and long known for its fortified wines, Rutherglen, in Victoria's High Country, continues to pioneer winemaking thanks to the innovations of the next generation of regional wine families.…
Rutherglen E-Bike Hire
Discover the most relaxing and enjoyable way to explore the Rutherglen and Wahgunyah region - on an electric bike from Rutherglen E-Bike Hire.These e-bikes make cycling effortless and fun. With pedal-assist technology giving you a boost as…
Transport options
Car
Our regional centre, Corowa, is 300km from Melbourne, while Mulwala is around 280km. The easy drive takes a bit over 3 hours
Head north along the Hume Freeway and exit at Benalla (for Mulwala) or the Corowa Wahgunyah turn off, north of Wangaratta (for Corowa). Continue through Corowa following Federation Way turning left where it meets Riverina Highway (B58) on to Urana. Mulwala is 40km west of Corowa and Howlong is 27km east of Corowa.
From Sydney the trip is about 6 hours 30 mins. Head south along the Hume Freeway and exit at the Albury, Lake Hume, Corowa turn off and follow the signs. For Urana take the Wagga Wagga exit and follow the Sturt Highway (A20) through Wagga Wagga (85km) then turn left on Collingullie Jerilderie road towards Urana via Lockhart (85km).
Air
Albury Airport is 28km east of Howlong, 58km east of Corowa and operates multiple daily flights between Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and regional centres. Narrandara /Leeton Airport is located 81km north of Urana.
Regional Express Airlines operates services between Melbourne and Albury or Wagga Wagga and between Sydney and Albury, Wagga Wagga or Narranderra/Leeton. For flight schedules and fares contact 13 17 13 or visit their website.
QantasLink in Sydney and Albury. For schedules and fares contact 13 13 13 or visit their website.
Train and bus
V/Line and NSW TrainLink run a number of daily rail services between Melbourne and Sydney and visitors can stop at Albury or Wangaratta and connect with bus services that link Corowa, Howlong and Mulwala with other regional centres and capital cities. Passengers can connect with the XPT Fast Train, VLine train and bus services at Wangaratta or Albury Station.
How to get around
Bike hire
Bikes can be hired from Sports Power Corowa, Howlong Golf Resort and Urana Caravan Park.
Walking and cycling maps are available from the Corowa Visitor Information Centre and the Yarrawonga Mulwala Visitor Information Centre.
Car hire
You can hire a car from any of the major hire companies at the Albury Airport.
Taxi
There are two taxi businesses that service Corowa and Mulwala:
- Corowa Rutherglen Taxi, 02 6033 1634.
- Yarrawonga Mulwala Taxi, 03 5743 2111.
Shuttle bus
Some local licenced clubs offer a shuttle bus service to and from their venues.
What's On
Tapestry of Time - Four Generations of the Sanger Family
The Corowa District Historical Society presents a glimpse into the collection of one of Corowa's Pioneering Families through rare textiles and exquisite accessories from the "Gilded 1890's to the Swinging 1970's". The main street of Corowa…
Sounds of Summer - 66 Days of Live Music
ClubMulwala is Entertainment Central this Summer, including 66 straight nights of live and free music.Come along and enjoy great music, perhaps dinner and a few beverages. Hit the dancefloor if you wish, and most of all, enjoy some great…
Super Tuscan Friday at James and Co
Fridays just got a whole lot tastier in Rutherglen. James & Co. Wines, an urban cellar door with a difference, teams up with Pizza By Five Letters for Super Tuscan Friday, a night of Italian-style pizza, cool climate Sangiovese, and…
Observations, Loss and Nature: 2001 to 2016
The depiction of teenage love, the journey of losing a loved one, and the response to local nature are the main focuses of the new exhibition at Christine Upton's Wacky Bird Gallery.It will survey the works created between 2001 and 2015. A…
Bizarre Gazzard Comedy Hypnotist Show
To witness the Bizarre Gazzard is an experience you will never forget. You will be amazed and dumbfounded by the power of the mind then laugh yourself hoarse at the antics of your friends. You've seen other stage hypnotists on TV, now…
PURE ELVIS
A must for all Elvis Fans! Relive the excitement and energy of Elvis Presley in concert as Sean Luke Spiteri creates the illusion of Elvis Live On stage.Sean will pay tribute to Elvis Presley at the peak of his career and celebrate the…
International Women's Day Brunch at Tuileries
Join Arts Rutherglen's International Women's Day for a yummy brunch and wine at Tuileries Restaurant in Rutherglen.The guest speaker, regenerative farmer and author Jade Miles, will share stories from her life, work, and inspiring journey.…
Rutherglen Tastes of Art
Rutherglen Taste of Art is celebrating its ninth year in March 2026.The Rutherglen Tastes of Art Prize is an opportunity for artists to exhibit in a well established, popular show with visitors being able to purchase varied, creative works…
Tastes of Rutherglen
Your Next Long Weekend Adventure Awaits.Leave the everyday behind and step into the vibrant world of Rutherglen wine country—a long weekend of unforgettable sips, bites, and memories just waiting to be made.This isn't just another wine…
Summer Nights
Experience the mystique of Lake Moodemere Estate by night under the starlit sky. The Moodemere String Quartet has a far reaching reputation as the regions premier string ensemble, playing an eclectic range of classical and popular music.
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