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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ararat to Gisborne

Composite routes from Ararat to Gisborne

Cheapest
1 h 55 min
Car
178 km.
from $9
Other
4 h 7 min
148 km.
from $15.50
5 h 29 min
148 km.
from $66.22
6 h 13 min
148 km.
from $5.43

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

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Gisborne
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$0.49–$7.61

Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus

Phone:
03 5333 4181
Email:
Website:
airportshuttlebus.com.au/
Bus from Ballarat to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$30.53

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 Stockland
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Once a week

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
Train from Footscray to Gisborne
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.35–$5.98

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ararat to Gisborne is to train which costs $9.24 - $13.04 and takes 4h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ararat to Gisborne is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs $21.74 - $32.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Ararat and Gisborne?

No, there is no direct bus from Ararat station to Gisborne. However, there are services departing from Ararat station and arriving at Brantome St/Robertson St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Gisborne Station/Early St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Ararat to Gisborne?

The distance between Ararat and Gisborne is 264 km. The road distance is 178.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ararat to Gisborne without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs $9.24 - $13.04 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Ararat to Gisborne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ararat to Gisborne bus from?

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

Train or bus from Ararat to Gisborne?

The best way to get from Ararat to Gisborne is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs $9.24 - $13.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $36.96 - $59.78 and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the Ararat to Gisborne bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ararat to Gisborne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ararat to Gisborne is 179 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Ararat to Gisborne.

Where can I stay near Gisborne?

There are 66+ hotels available in Gisborne. Prices start at $77.87 per night.
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