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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ballarat to Melbourne

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Cheapest

Transport providers

Firefly Express
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V-Line Buses
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Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus
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Firefly Express
Website
1h 35m
Twice daily
$41.98–$57.24
1300 730 740
1300 730 740
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V-Line Buses
Website
1h 50m
5 times a week
$1.08–$11.45
+61 3 9662 2505
+61 3 9662 2505
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Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus
Website
1h 30m
Every 3 hours
$34.97
03 5333 4181
03 5333 4181
Call Contact via email
V/Line
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V/Line
Website
1h 28m
Hourly
$5.22–$7.00
1800 800 007
1800 800 007
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Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Melbourne is to train which costs $4.46 - $5.98 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Melbourne is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs $14.13 - $20.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ballarat and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ballarat and arriving at Southern Cross. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Melbourne?

The distance between Ballarat and Melbourne is 113 km. The road distance is 115.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs $4.46 - $5.98 .

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

The train from Ballarat to Southern Cross takes 1h 28m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Melbourne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Melbourne train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Melbourne is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs $4.46 - $5.98 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1 - $48.91 and takes 1h 35m.

Where does the Ballarat to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Melbourne is 116 km. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Ballarat to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 4413+ hotels available in Melbourne. Prices start at $76.17 per night.
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