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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Parkes to Ballarat

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Transport providers

Transport for NSW
Website
Firefly Express
Website
Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus
Website
Transport for NSW
Website
2h 40m
6 times a week
$0.14–$10.10
131 500
131 500
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Firefly Express
Website
6h 15m
Once daily
$42.95–$58.10
1300 730 740
1300 730 740
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Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus
Website
1h 30m
Every 3 hours
$35.48
03 5333 4181
03 5333 4181
Call Contact via email
Jetstar
Website
Qantas
Website
Link Airways
Website
Jetstar
Website
6h 47m
Monday to Saturday
$113.68–$530.50
Qantas
Website
3h 35m
Every day
$265.25–$694.70
Link Airways
Website
1h 45m
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
$214.73–$442.08
NSW TrainLink XPT
Website
V/Line
Website
NSW TrainLink XPT
Website
5h 44m
Twice daily
$29.05–$138.94
131 500
131 500
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V/Line
Website
1h 25m
Hourly
$5.31–$7.58
1800 800 007
1800 800 007
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Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Parkes to Ballarat is to bus and train which costs $29.35 - $141.30 and takes 11h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Parkes to Ballarat is to drive and fly and bus which takes 5h 41m and costs $217.39 - $402.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Parkes and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Parkes station to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Parkes Station, Coach Stop and arriving at Ballarat via Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 1, Skybus Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 1m.

How far is it from Parkes to Ballarat?

The distance between Parkes and Ballarat is 843 km. The road distance is 798.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Parkes to Ballarat without a car is to bus and train which takes 11h 15m and costs $29.35 - $141.30 .

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

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

Where do I catch the Parkes to Ballarat bus from?

Parkes to Ballarat bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Parkes Station, Coach Stop.

Where does the Parkes to Ballarat bus arrive?

Parkes to Ballarat bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 2.

What is the time difference between Parkes and Ballarat?

It is currently 08:59 at both, Parkes and Ballarat.

Can I drive from Parkes to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Parkes to Ballarat is 799 km. It takes approximately 8h 53m to drive from Parkes 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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