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Nine ways to Travel from Penrith to Ballarat

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Cheapest
By car (958 km)
9 h 51 min
958 km.
from $52
Fastest
Plane to Ballarat (Tullamarine Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
9 h 51 min
958 km.
from $12.50
Train, Plane (Train to Sydney Airport)
6 h 17 min
748 km.
from $127.99
Train
14 h 43 min
747 km.
from $131.18
Train, Bus
16 h 4 min
747 km.
from $211.08
Train, Plane (Train to Sydney Airport)
7 h 37 min
748 km.
from $177.09
Train, Plane (Train)
9 h 4 min
748 km.
from $150.88
Bus
16 h 25 min
748 km.
from $131.87

Transport providers

Train operators

Sydney Trains

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/travel-info/ways-to-get-around/train#/
Train from Penrith Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.66–$6.95
Train from Penrith Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.28–$5.81

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

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Penrith Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.79–$5.31
Train from Penrith Station to Strathfield
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.66–$5.18
Train from Strathfield Station to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
2h 16m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.80–$8.21

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Liverpool to Southern
Ave. Duration:
10h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.95–$59.37

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:
$94.73–$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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Ballarat is to train which costs $48.91 - $173.91 and takes 14h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Ballarat is to train and fly and bus which takes 6h 17m and costs $86.96 - $282.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith station to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Penrith Station, Stand D and arriving at Ballarat via Parramatta Station, Stand B2, Liverpool, Skybus Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith station to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Penrith Station and arriving at Ballarat via Central Station and Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 43m.

How far is it from Penrith to Ballarat?

The distance between Penrith and Ballarat is 885 km. The road distance is 962.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 14h 43m and costs $48.91 - $173.91 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Penrith to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Ballarat bus from?

Penrith to Ballarat bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Liverpool station.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Ballarat train from?

Penrith to Ballarat train services, operated by Sydney Trains, depart from Penrith Station.

Train or bus from Penrith to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Penrith to Ballarat is to train which takes 14h 43m and costs $48.91 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $81.52 - $103.26 and takes 16h 25m.

Where does the Penrith to Ballarat bus arrive?

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

Where does the Penrith to Ballarat train arrive?

Penrith to Ballarat train services, operated by Sydney Trains, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Ballarat is 963 km. It takes approximately 9h 50m to drive from Penrith 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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