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Seven ways to Travel from Ballarat to Rockhampton

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Cheapest
By car (2 053 km)
23 h 7 min
2053 km.
from $112
Other
Bus, Plane (Bus to Melbourne Airport)
8 h 8 min
1700 km.
from $236.11
Bus
41 h 57 min
1700 km.
from $476.35
Bus, Plane (Bus to Melbourne Airport)
9 h 52 min
1700 km.
from $312.99
Train, Plane
10 h 39 min
1700 km.
from $356.27
Bus, Plane (Bus to Melbourne Airport)
11 h 10 min
1700 km.
from $289.36
Train
37 h 57 min
1700 km.
from $873.04

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:
$10.33–$28.26

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Ballarat to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$34.78–$48.91
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.78–$48.91

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:
$70.65–$173.91
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$76.09–$184.78
Bus from Brisbane to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
12h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$59.78–$152.17
Bus from Biloela to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$18.48–$29.35
Bus from Gladstone to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$14.13–$25.00

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
12h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$48.91–$65.22
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$65.22–$92.39
Bus from Aspley Gympie Road to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
12h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$52.17–$70.65

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:
$29.30

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
4h 59m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$521.74
Plane from Avalon Airport to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.17–$597.83
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Gladstone
Ave. Duration:
4h 41m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$250.00–$597.83

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
4h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$434.78
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Biloela
Ave. Duration:
4h 22m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$652.17
Plane from Avalon Airport to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$597.83
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Gladstone
Ave. Duration:
4h 27m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$206.52–$521.74

Link Airways

Website:
linkairways.com/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Biloela
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Tuesday to Friday
Estimated price:
$206.52–$652.17

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:
$39.13–$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:
$4.35–$5.98
Train from Ballarat to Footscray
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.35–$5.98

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
8h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.57–$1,389.43

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Rockhampton is to train and night train which costs $70.65 - $1630.43 and takes 37h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Rockhampton is to bus and fly which takes 8h 8m and costs $152.17 - $467.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Rockhampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Rockhampton. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Rockhampton via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Rockhampton?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat to Rockhampton. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Rockhampton via Southern Cross, Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 41m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Rockhampton?

The distance between Ballarat and Rockhampton is 1799 km. The road distance is 2053.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Rockhampton without a car is to train and night train which takes 37h 41m and costs $70.65 - $1630.43 .

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

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Rockhampton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Rockhampton train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Rockhampton?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Rockhampton is to bus which takes 41h 57m and costs $195.65 - $597.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70.65 - $1630.43 and takes 37h 57m.

Where does the Ballarat to Rockhampton bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Ballarat and Rockhampton?

Rockhampton is 1h behind Ballarat. It is currently 17:28 in Ballarat and 16:28 in Rockhampton.

Where does the Ballarat to Rockhampton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Rockhampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Rockhampton is 2054 km. It takes approximately 23h 7m to drive from Ballarat to Rockhampton.

Where can I stay near Rockhampton?

There are 75+ hotels available in Rockhampton. Prices start at $56.20 per night.
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