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Eight ways to Travel from Newcastle to Ballarat

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Cheapest
By car (1 094 km)
11 h 29 min
1094 km.
from $60
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Other
Rideshare
11 h 29 min
1094 km.
from $14.27
Plane, Bus
5 h 41 min
884 km.
from $252.41
Train
16 h 15 min
885 km.
from $133.14
Train, Bus
17 h 36 min
885 km.
from $213.03
Train, Plane
7 h 49 min
885 km.
from $129.78
Bus
17 h 56 min
885 km.
from $227.93

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Newcastle Interchange to Central
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.93–$8.85

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:
$42.97–$59.40

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Sydney Domestic Airport to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$94.78–$227.48
Bus from Newcastle to Central
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.28–$40.44
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$88.46–$214.84

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Newcastle to Central
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.48–$30.33

Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus

Phone:
03 5333 4181
Email:
Website:
airportshuttlebus.com.au/
Bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballarat
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$35.50

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$53.08–$366.49
Plane from Sydney Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.34–$404.41

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$53.08–$568.70
Plane from Sydney Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.42–$404.41

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.10–$518.14
Plane from Sydney Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$94.78–$391.77

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:
$48.02–$176.93

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

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Ballarat?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Ballarat is to train which costs $50 - $173.91 and takes 16h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle to Ballarat?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle to Ballarat is to fly and bus which takes 5h 41m and costs $76.09 - $358.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Ballarat via Central Station, Skybus Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Interchange and arriving at Ballarat via Central Station and Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 15m.

How far is it from Newcastle to Ballarat?

The distance between Newcastle and Ballarat is 973 km. The road distance is 1099.6 km.

How do I travel from Newcastle to Ballarat without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 16h 15m and costs $50 - $173.91 .

How long does it take to get from Newcastle to Ballarat?

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Newcastle to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Ballarat bus from?

Newcastle to Ballarat bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Newcastle station.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Ballarat train from?

Newcastle to Ballarat train services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Newcastle Interchange station.

Train or bus from Newcastle to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Ballarat is to train which takes 16h 15m and costs $50 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $92.39 - $260.87 and takes 17h 56m.

Where does the Newcastle to Ballarat bus arrive?

Newcastle to Ballarat bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Newcastle to Ballarat train arrive?

Newcastle to Ballarat train services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Newcastle to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to Ballarat is 1100 km. It takes approximately 11h 31m to drive from Newcastle to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 160+ hotels available in Ballarat. Prices start at $59.71 per night.
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