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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ballarat to Forrest
Composite routes from Ballarat to Forrest
Cheapest
3 h 18 min
Car
Other
5 h 22 min
Bus, Train
5 h 38 min
5 h 45 min
Transport providers
Train operators
V/Line
Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Camperdown to Colac
Ave. Duration:
28 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.83–$6.36
Train from Ballarat to Deer
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.09–$7.00
Train from Deer Park to Geelong
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.96–$7.00
Train from Geelong to Colac
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.96–$7.00
Bus operators
V-Line Buses
Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Ballarat Base Hospital/Sturt St to Camperdown
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$1.27–$12.08
Bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Geelong
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.83–$10.18
Bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Colac
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.83–$10.18
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Forrest?
The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Forrest is to bus and train which costs $5.22 - $16.30 and takes 5h 22m.
What is the fastest way to get from Ballarat to Forrest?
The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Forrest is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs $15.22 - $22.83 .
Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Forrest?
No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat station to Forrest. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St and arriving at Forrest General Store/Birregurra - Forrest Rd via Geelong Station/Railway Tce and Colac Station/Gellibrand St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.
How far is it from Ballarat to Forrest?
The distance between Ballarat and Forrest is 225 km. The road distance is 128 km.
How do I travel from Ballarat to Forrest without a car?
The best way to get from Ballarat to Forrest without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 22m and costs $5.22 - $16.30 .
How long does it take to get from Ballarat to Forrest?
It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Ballarat to Forrest, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Ballarat to Forrest bus from?
Ballarat to Forrest bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St.
Train or bus from Ballarat to Forrest?
The best way to get from Ballarat to Forrest is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs $11.96 - $18.48 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1.41 - $17.39 and takes 5h 38m.
Where does the Ballarat to Forrest bus arrive?
Ballarat to Forrest bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Geelong Station/Railway Tce.
Can I drive from Ballarat to Forrest?
Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Forrest is 128 km. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Ballarat to Forrest.
Where can I stay near Forrest?
There are 321+ hotels available in Forrest. Prices start at $74.73 per night.
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