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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ararat to Geelong

Composite routes from Ararat to Geelong

Cheapest
2 h 11 min
Car
180 km.
from $9

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

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

CDC Geelong

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 North Shore Station/Station St to Moorabool
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes

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

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 Geelong?

The cheapest way to get from Ararat to Geelong is to train which costs $9.24 - $13.04 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ararat to Geelong is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs $21.74 - $33.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Ararat and Geelong?

No, there is no direct bus from Ararat to Geelong station. However, there are services departing from Ararat and arriving at Geelong Station/Railway Tce via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Ararat and Geelong?

No, there is no direct train from Ararat to Geelong. However, there are services departing from Ararat and arriving at Geelong via Deer Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Ararat to Geelong?

The distance between Ararat and Geelong is 251 km. The road distance is 181.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ararat to Geelong without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs $9.24 - $13.04 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Ararat to Geelong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ararat to Geelong bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ararat to Geelong train from?

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

Train or bus from Ararat to Geelong?

The best way to get from Ararat to Geelong is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs $9.24 - $13.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1.52 - $59.78 and takes 3h 41m.

Where does the Ararat to Geelong bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ararat to Geelong train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ararat to Geelong?

Yes, the driving distance between Ararat to Geelong is 181 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Ararat to Geelong.

Where can I stay near Geelong?

There are 662+ hotels available in Geelong. Prices start at $63.79 per night.
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