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2 h 1 min
173 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Ararat to Colac

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Cheapest
By car (173 km)
2 h 1 min
173 km.
from $9
Other
Rideshare
2 h 1 min
173 km.
from $6.58
Train via Truganina
5 h 6 min
130 km.
from $15.96
Bus
6 h 8 min
129 km.
from $36.26
Train
5 h 6 min
130 km.
from $59.52
Bus, Train
6 h 16 min
130 km.
from $12.74

Transport providers

Bus operators

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Ararat to Ballarat
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$36.96–$50.00

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Ararat to Ballarat
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.82–$9.24
Bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Geelong
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.76–$9.24
Bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Colac
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.71–$8.70
Bus from Barkly St/Ingor St to Warrnambool
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$2.28–$15.22

Sandlant Buses

Website:
ptv.vic.gov.au/footer/customer-service/operator-contact-details/?utm_source=open_data_click_agency&utm_medium=open_data_agency_click&utm_campaign=open_data_click
Bus from Ararat to Ballarat
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Once a week

Train operators

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Ararat to Deer
Ave. Duration:
2h 6m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.89–$6.52
Train from Deer Park to Geelong
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.35–$5.98
Train from Geelong to Colac
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.46–$5.98
Train from Warrnambool to Colac
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.57–$6.52

Journey Beyond - The Overland

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/journeys/overland/
Train from Ararat to North
Ave. Duration:
2h 43m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$19.57–$51.09

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ararat to Colac is to bus and train which costs $6.52 - $21.74 and takes 6h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ararat to Colac is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $21.74 - $31.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Ararat and Colac?

No, there is no direct bus from Ararat to Colac station. However, there are services departing from Ararat and arriving at Colac Station/Gellibrand St via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St and Geelong Station/Railway Tce. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Ararat and Colac?

No, there is no direct train from Ararat to Colac. However, there are services departing from Ararat and arriving at Colac via Deer Park and Geelong. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Ararat to Colac?

The distance between Ararat and Colac is 331 km. The road distance is 174.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ararat to Colac without a car is to train via Truganina which takes 5h 6m and costs $13.04 - $18.48 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Ararat to Colac, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ararat to Colac bus from?

Ararat to Colac bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Ararat station.

Where do I catch the Ararat to Colac train from?

Ararat to Colac train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Ararat station.

Train or bus from Ararat to Colac?

The best way to get from Ararat to Colac is to train via Truganina which takes 5h 6m and costs $13.04 - $18.48 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2.28 - $70.65 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Ararat to Colac bus arrive?

Ararat to Colac bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St.

Where does the Ararat to Colac train arrive?

Ararat to Colac train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Deer Park station.

Can I drive from Ararat to Colac?

Yes, the driving distance between Ararat to Colac is 174 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Ararat to Colac.

Where can I stay near Colac?

There are 18+ hotels available in Colac. Prices start at $74.75 per night.
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