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Two ways to Travel from Melbourne Cbd to Ballarat
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Cheapest
By car (115 km)
Other
Rideshare
Transport providers
Bus operators
Firefly Express
Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Ballarat
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$40.70–$57.24
V-Line Buses
Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Ballarat
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.08–$11.45
Train operators
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
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Ballarat?
The cheapest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Ballarat is to train which costs $4.35 - $5.98 and takes 1h 25m.
What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Ballarat?
The fastest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs $13.04 - $20.65 .
Is there a direct bus between Melbourne CBD and Ballarat?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Ballarat. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 45m.
Is there a direct train between Melbourne CBD and Ballarat?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southern Cross and arriving at Ballarat. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 25m.
How far is it from Melbourne CBD to Ballarat?
The distance between Melbourne CBD and Ballarat is 113 km. The road distance is 115.3 km.
How do I travel from Melbourne CBD to Ballarat without a car?
The best way to get from Melbourne CBD to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs $4.35 - $5.98 .
How long does it take to get from Melbourne CBD to Ballarat?
The train from Southern Cross to Ballarat takes 1h 25m including transfers and departs hourly.
Where do I catch the Melbourne CBD to Ballarat bus from?
Melbourne CBD to Ballarat bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.
Where do I catch the Melbourne CBD to Ballarat train from?
Melbourne CBD to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Southern Cross station.
Train or bus from Melbourne CBD to Ballarat?
The best way to get from Melbourne CBD to Ballarat is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs $4.35 - $5.98 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1 - $48.91 and takes 1h 45m.
Where does the Melbourne CBD to Ballarat bus arrive?
Melbourne CBD to Ballarat bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Ballarat station.
Where does the Melbourne CBD to Ballarat train arrive?
Melbourne CBD to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Ballarat station.
Can I drive from Melbourne CBD to Ballarat?
Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne CBD to Ballarat is 115 km. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Melbourne CBD to Ballarat.
Where can I stay near Ballarat?
There are 167+ hotels available in Ballarat. Prices start at $57.30 per night.
