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Gold Coast Airport to Ballarat

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 to Roma
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.45–$6.36
Train from Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.45–$6.36

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
14h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.08–$33.07

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.70–$57.24

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Bilinga to Central
Ave. Duration:
14h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$89.04–$216.24
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.68–$203.52

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Bilinga to Central
Ave. Duration:
15h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.60–$95.40

Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus

Phone:
03 5333 4181
Website:
airportshuttlebus.com.au/
Bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballarat
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$34.29

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$597.83
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.36–$521.52

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.68–$763.19
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.36–$521.52

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$120.84–$635.99

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$45.79–$178.08

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Southern Cross to Ballarat
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.09–$7.00
Train from Footscray to Ballarat
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.09–$7.00

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Southern
Ave. Duration:
2d 2h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$2,452.27–$3,179.89

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Ballarat?

The cheapest way to get from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Ballarat is to train via Sydney which costs $59.78 - $206.52 and takes 30h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Ballarat?

The fastest way to get from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Ballarat is to fly and bus which takes 4h 45m and costs $97.83 - $391.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Gold Coast Airport (OOL) and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Gold Coast Airport and arriving at Ballarat via Bilinga, Central Station, Skybus Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 3m.

How far is it from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Ballarat?

The distance between Gold Coast Airport (OOL) and Ballarat is 1446 km. The road distance is 1748.3 km.

How do I travel from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Ballarat without a car?

The best way to get from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Ballarat without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 30h 49m and costs $59.78 - $206.52 .

How long does it take to get from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Ballarat?

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Ballarat bus from?

Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Ballarat bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Bilinga station.

Train or bus from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Ballarat is to train via Sydney which takes 30h 49m and costs $59.78 - $206.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130.43 - $413.04 and takes 31h 3m.

Where does the Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Ballarat bus arrive?

Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Ballarat bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Gold Coast Airport (OOL) and Ballarat?

Ballarat is 1h ahead of Gold Coast Airport (OOL). It is currently 16:33 in Gold Coast Airport (OOL) and 17:33 in Ballarat.

Can I drive from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Ballarat is 1748 km. It takes approximately 18h 24m to drive from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Ballarat.

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