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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ararat to Melbourne

Composite routes from Ararat to Melbourne

Cheapest
2 h 13 min
Car
204 km.
from $11

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:
$43.25–$58.51

Train operators

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Ararat to Southern
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.72–$7.63

Journey Beyond - The Overland

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/journeys/overland/
Train from Ararat to Southern
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$25.44–$69.96

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ararat (Station) to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Ararat (Station) to Melbourne is to train which costs $4.89 - $59.78 and takes 2h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ararat (Station) to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Ararat (Station) to Melbourne is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs $25 - $36.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Ararat (Station) and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ararat station station and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Ararat (Station) and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ararat and arriving at Southern Cross. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Ararat (Station) to Melbourne?

The distance between Ararat (Station) and Melbourne is 205 km. The road distance is 204 km.

How do I travel from Ararat (Station) to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Ararat (Station) to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs $4.89 - $59.78 .

How long does it take to get from Ararat (Station) to Melbourne?

The train from Ararat to Southern Cross takes 2h 30m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Ararat (Station) to Melbourne bus from?

Ararat (Station) to Melbourne bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Ararat station.

Where do I catch the Ararat (Station) to Melbourne train from?

Ararat (Station) to Melbourne train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Ararat station.

Train or bus from Ararat (Station) to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Ararat (Station) to Melbourne is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs $4.89 - $59.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $36.96 - $50 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Ararat (Station) to Melbourne bus arrive?

Ararat (Station) to Melbourne bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Ararat (Station) to Melbourne train arrive?

Ararat (Station) to Melbourne train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Ararat (Station) to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ararat (Station) to Melbourne is 204 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Ararat (Station) to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 4420+ hotels available in Melbourne. Prices start at $77.84 per night.
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