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Ten ways to Travel from Sydney to Ararat

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Cheapest
By car (1 045 km)
10 h 51 min
1045 km.
from $57
Other
Rideshare
10 h 51 min
1045 km.
from $13.63
Bus, Plane (Fly Sydney Airport to Melbourne Airport)
7 h 19 min
838 km.
from $99.48
Train
14 h 18 min
838 km.
from $151.87
Bus
15 h 45 min
838 km.
from $186.52
Bus, Plane (Fly Sydney Airport to Avalon Airport)
8 h 19 min
838 km.
from $173.78
Train, Plane (Train to Newcastle Airport)
10 h 22 min
838 km.
from $122.28
Bus, Plane (Fly Sydney Airport to Bendigo Airport)
9 h 4 min
838 km.
from $239.70
Train, Plane (Train to Wollongong)
9 h 33 min
838 km.
from $238.78
Bus, Train
16 h 29 min
838 km.
from $160.26

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.93–$8.84
Train from Martin Place Station to Albion
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.29–$6.95

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:
$42.95–$59.37
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Ararat
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$42.95–$58.10

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$88.42–$214.73
Bus from Sydney Domestic Airport to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$94.73–$227.36

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.31–$404.19
Plane from Sydney Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$50.52–$378.93
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$53.05–$366.30

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.36–$404.19
Plane from Sydney Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$50.52–$378.93
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$53.05–$568.39
Plane from Sydney Airport to Bendigo
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$176.83–$757.86

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Sydney Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$94.73–$391.56
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.05–$517.87
Plane from Wollongong to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$151.57–$328.41

Link Airways

Website:
linkairways.com/
Plane from Wollongong to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$151.57–$328.41

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:
$48.00–$176.83

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Melton to Ararat
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.56–$7.58
Train from Southern Cross to Ararat
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.68–$7.58
Train from Footscray to Ararat
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.68–$7.58
Train from Bendigo to Footscray
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.56–$7.58

Journey Beyond - The Overland

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/journeys/overland/
Train from Southern Cross to Ararat
Ave. Duration:
3h 28m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$25.26–$69.47

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney to Ararat?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Ararat is to train which costs $45.65 - $217.39 and takes 14h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney to Ararat?

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Ararat is to fly and train which takes 7h 19m and costs $59.78 - $250 .

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Ararat?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Ararat station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Ararat station via Southern Cross Coach Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Ararat?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Ararat. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Ararat via Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 18m.

How far is it from Sydney to Ararat?

The distance between Sydney and Ararat is 926 km. The road distance is 1050.5 km.

How do I travel from Sydney to Ararat without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney to Ararat without a car is to train which takes 14h 18m and costs $45.65 - $217.39 .

How long does it take to get from Sydney to Ararat?

It takes approximately 7h 19m to get from Sydney to Ararat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Ararat bus from?

Sydney to Ararat bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Ararat train from?

Sydney to Ararat train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Sydney to Ararat?

The best way to get from Sydney to Ararat is to train which takes 14h 18m and costs $45.65 - $217.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70.65 - $228.26 and takes 15h 45m.

Where does the Sydney to Ararat bus arrive?

Sydney to Ararat bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Sydney to Ararat train arrive?

Sydney to Ararat train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Sydney to Ararat?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Ararat is 1050 km. It takes approximately 10h 50m to drive from Sydney to Ararat.

Where can I stay near Ararat?

There are 25+ hotels available in Ararat. Prices start at $56.07 per night.
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