How to Travel from

Preston to Ballarat

by Rideshare, Route or Car

Australia Preston Ballarat

Cheapest

By car (116 km)

1 h 21 min

116 km.

from $6

Other

Rideshare

1 h 21 min

116 km.

from $4.41

Bus, Train

2 h 57 min

103 km.

from $5.43

Bus operators

Metropolitan Buses

Website:

ptv.vic.gov.au

Bus from Kallista Ct/Murray Rd to Sunshine

Ave. Duration:

1h 19m

Frequency:

Every 30 minutes

Bus from Mornane St/Victoria St to Little

Ave. Duration:

45 min

Frequency:

Hourly

Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus

Phone:

03 5333 4181

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

airportshuttlebus.com.au/

Bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballarat

Ave. Duration:

1h 30m

Frequency:

Every 3 hours

Estimated price:

$35.48

Train operators

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 Sunshine to Ballarat

Ave. Duration:

1h 12m

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$5.31–$6.95

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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Ballarat is to train which costs $7.61 - $10.33 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs $14.13 - $21.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Mornane St/Victoria St and arriving at Ballarat via Skybus Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Bell and arriving at Ballarat via Flinders Street and Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Preston to Ballarat?

The distance between Preston and Ballarat is 125 km. The road distance is 116.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs $7.61 - $10.33 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Preston to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Ballarat bus from?

Preston to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan Buses, depart from Mornane St/Victoria St station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Ballarat train from?

Preston to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Southern Cross station.

Train or bus from Preston to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Preston to Ballarat is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs $7.61 - $10.33 . Alternatively, you can line 251 bus and bus, which costs and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Preston to Ballarat bus arrive?

Preston to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan Buses, arrive at Little Collins St/Queen St station.

Where does the Preston to Ballarat train arrive?

Preston to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Ballarat station.

Can I drive from Preston to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Ballarat is 116 km. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Preston to Ballarat.

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Four ways to Travel from Preston to Ballarat

Transport providers

Bus operators

Metropolitan Buses

Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus

Train operators

V/Line

Questions and Answers

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

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