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Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
14h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.87–$29.35

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Ballarat to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$36.96–$50.00
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.96–$51.09

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.09–$184.78
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$195.65
Bus from Brisbane to Gladstone
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$54.35–$130.43
Bus from Rockhampton to Gladstone
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.22–$26.09

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$65.22–$92.39
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Miriam
Ave. Duration:
10h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$45.65–$65.22

Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus

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

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$184.78–$652.17

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Gladstone
Ave. Duration:
4h 41m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$260.87–$652.17
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$184.78–$652.17
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
4h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$532.61
Plane from Avalon Airport to Gladstone
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$478.26

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Gladstone
Ave. Duration:
4h 27m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$217.39–$532.61
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
4h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$445.65

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 2m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$41.30–$152.17

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Ballarat to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.57–$6.52
Train from Ballarat to Footscray
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.57–$5.98

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Gladstone
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.30–$1,197.51
Train from Howard to Gladstone
Ave. Duration:
2h 24m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.61–$539.86
Train from Miriam Vale to Gladstone
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$2.17–$155.02

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Gladstone?

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Gladstone is to train and night train which costs $70.65 - $1413.04 and takes 36h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballarat to Gladstone?

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Gladstone is to bus and fly which takes 8h 46m and costs $108.70 - $597.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Gladstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Gladstone. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Gladstone via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Gladstone?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat to Gladstone. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Gladstone via Southern Cross, Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 6m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Gladstone?

The distance between Ballarat and Gladstone is 1781 km. The road distance is 2070.8 km.

How do I travel from Ballarat to Gladstone without a car?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Gladstone without a car is to train and night train which takes 36h 6m and costs $70.65 - $1413.04 .

How long does it take to get from Ballarat to Gladstone?

It takes approximately 8h 46m to get from Ballarat to Gladstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Gladstone bus from?

Ballarat to Gladstone bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Ballarat station.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Gladstone train from?

Ballarat to Gladstone train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Ballarat station.

Train, bus or fly from Ballarat to Gladstone?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Gladstone is to bus which takes 40h 38m and costs $206.52 - $597.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70.65 - $1413.04 and takes 36h 22m. There are no good options to fly between Ballarat to Gladstone.

Where does the Ballarat to Gladstone bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Ballarat and Gladstone?

Gladstone is 1h behind Ballarat. It is currently 23:32 in Ballarat and 22:32 in Gladstone.

Where does the Ballarat to Gladstone train arrive?

Ballarat to Gladstone train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Ballarat to Gladstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Gladstone is 2071 km. It takes approximately 23h 53m to drive from Ballarat to Gladstone.

Where can I stay near Gladstone?

There are 46+ hotels available in Gladstone. Prices start at $32.34 per night.
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