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Cranbourne to Ballarat

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Cranbourne, Australia → Ballarat, Australia

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Two ways to Travel from Cranbourne to Ballarat

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Transport providers

Train operators

Metro Trains Melbourne

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
metrotrains.com.au/
Train from Cranbourne to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.84
Train from Dandenong to Southern
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.84

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Southern Cross to Ballarat
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.31–$7.58
Train from Dandenong to Southern
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$4.93–$6.95

Bus operators

Metropolitan Buses

Website:
ptv.vic.gov.au
Bus from Cranbourne Park SC/Lyall St to Dandenong
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes

Questions and Answers

What is the most affordable route from Cranbourne to Ballarat?

The most affordable route from Cranbourne to Ballarat is by train which costs $8.94 - $12.13 and takes 2h 55m.

How can you get to Ballarat from Cranbourne the fastest?

$22.98 - $35.75 is the cost of travel from Cranbourne to Ballarat by car. It takes 1h 53m to get there by car.

Is there a direct train service between Cranbourne and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train service from Cranbourne to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Cranbourne and arriving at Ballarat via Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes.

How far is Cranbourne from Ballarat?

The distance between Cranbourne and Ballarat is 160 kilometers. The road distance is 163.9 kilometers.

How can I travel from Cranbourne to Ballarat without a car using public transportation?

The best way to get from Cranbourne to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 2 hours and 55 minutes and costs $8.94 - $12.13.

How long does it take to travel from Cranbourne to Ballarat, considering any transfers?

It takes approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes to travel from Cranbourne to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where can I catch the Cranbourne to Ballarat train from?

The Cranbourne to Ballarat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Cranbourne station.

Where does the Cranbourne to Ballarat train arrive?

The Cranbourne to Ballarat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can you travel from Cranbourne to Ballarat by car?

The driving distance between Cranbourne to Ballarat is 164 km. It takes approximately 1 hour and 53 minutes to drive from Cranbourne to Ballarat.

Where can I find accommodation near Ballarat?

There are 160+ hotels available in Ballarat. Prices start at $70.14 per night.
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