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Nine ways to Travel from Sydney to Ballarat

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Cheapest
By car (956 km)
9 h 55 min
956 km.
from $52
Fastest
Plane to Ballarat (Tullamarine Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
9 h 55 min
956 km.
from $12.47
Bus, Plane (Fly Sydney Airport to Melbourne Airport)
5 h 23 min
778 km.
from $124.58
Train
12 h 41 min
778 km.
from $124.91
Bus
14 h 21 min
778 km.
from $187.20
Bus, Plane (Fly Sydney Airport to Avalon Airport)
6 h 43 min
778 km.
from $173.67
Train, Plane
8 h 26 min
778 km.
from $147.37
Bus, Train
14 h 52 min
778 km.
from $137.33

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

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

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

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:
$35.48

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

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

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 Southern Cross to Ballarat
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.31–$7.58
Train from Footscray to Ballarat
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.31–$6.95

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Sydney to Ballarat (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Ballarat (Station) is to train which costs $45.65 - $163.04 and takes 12h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney to Ballarat (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Ballarat (Station) is to fly and bus which takes 5h 23m and costs $86.96 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Ballarat (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Ballarat (Station). However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Ballarat via Southern Cross Coach Terminal and Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Ballarat (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Ballarat (Station). However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Ballarat via Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 41m.

How far is it from Sydney to Ballarat (Station)?

The distance between Sydney and Ballarat (Station) is 833 km. The road distance is 960.4 km.

How do I travel from Sydney to Ballarat (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Sydney to Ballarat (Station) without a car is to train which takes 12h 41m and costs $45.65 - $163.04 .

How long does it take to get from Sydney to Ballarat (Station)?

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Sydney to Ballarat (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Ballarat (Station) bus from?

Sydney to Ballarat (Station) bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Ballarat (Station) train from?

Sydney to Ballarat (Station) train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Sydney to Ballarat (Station)?

The best way to get from Sydney to Ballarat (Station) is to train which takes 12h 41m and costs $45.65 - $163.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $76.09 - $217.39 and takes 14h 21m.

Where does the Sydney to Ballarat (Station) bus arrive?

Sydney to Ballarat (Station) bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Sydney to Ballarat (Station) train arrive?

Sydney to Ballarat (Station) train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Sydney to Ballarat (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Ballarat (Station) is 960 km. It takes approximately 9h 54m to drive from Sydney to Ballarat (Station).

Where can I stay near Ballarat (Station)?

There are 158+ hotels available in Ballarat (Station). Prices start at $59.71 per night.
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