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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ararat to Footscray

Composite routes from Ararat to Footscray

Cheapest
2 h 6 min
Car
192 km.
from $10

Transport providers

Bus operators

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Ararat station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$36.96–$50.00

Train operators

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Ararat to Footscray
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.89–$6.52

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ararat to Footscray is to train which costs $4.89 - $6.52 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ararat to Footscray is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs $23.91 - $34.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Ararat and Footscray?

No, there is no direct bus from Ararat station to Footscray. However, there are services departing from Ararat station and arriving at Leeds St/Hopkins St via Lonsdale St/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Ararat and Footscray?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ararat and arriving at Footscray. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Ararat to Footscray?

The distance between Ararat and Footscray is 200 km. The road distance is 193.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ararat to Footscray without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs $4.89 - $6.52 .

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

The train from Ararat to Footscray takes 2h 20m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Ararat to Footscray bus from?

Ararat to Footscray bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Ararat station.

Where do I catch the Ararat to Footscray train from?

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

Train or bus from Ararat to Footscray?

The best way to get from Ararat to Footscray is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs $4.89 - $6.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $36.96 - $50 and takes 3h 42m.

Where does the Ararat to Footscray bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ararat to Footscray train arrive?

Ararat to Footscray train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Footscray station.

Can I drive from Ararat to Footscray?

Yes, the driving distance between Ararat to Footscray is 193 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Ararat to Footscray.

Where can I stay near Footscray?

There are 4329+ hotels available in Footscray. Prices start at $77.84 per night.
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