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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Melbourne to Ballarat Central
Composite routes from Melbourne to Ballarat Central
Cheapest
1 h 17 min
Car
Transport providers
Bus operators
Firefly Express
Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Ballarat
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$43.25–$58.51
V-Line Buses
Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Ballarat
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.14–$11.45
Train operators
V/Line
Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Southern Cross to Ballarat
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.34–$7.63
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Ballarat Central?
The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Ballarat Central is to train which costs $4.57 - $6.52 and takes 1h 25m.
What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Ballarat Central?
The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Ballarat Central is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs $14.13 - $20.65 .
Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Ballarat Central?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Ballarat. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 45m.
Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Ballarat Central?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southern Cross and arriving at Ballarat. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 25m.
How far is it from Melbourne to Ballarat Central?
The distance between Melbourne and Ballarat Central is 113 km. The road distance is 114.7 km.
How do I travel from Melbourne to Ballarat Central without a car?
The best way to get from Melbourne to Ballarat Central without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs $4.57 - $6.52 .
How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Ballarat Central?
The train from Southern Cross to Ballarat takes 1h 25m including transfers and departs hourly.
Where do I catch the Melbourne to Ballarat Central bus from?
Melbourne to Ballarat Central bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.
Where do I catch the Melbourne to Ballarat Central train from?
Melbourne to Ballarat Central train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Southern Cross station.
Train or bus from Melbourne to Ballarat Central?
The best way to get from Melbourne to Ballarat Central is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs $4.57 - $6.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1 - $50 and takes 1h 45m.
Where does the Melbourne to Ballarat Central bus arrive?
Melbourne to Ballarat Central bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Ballarat station.
Where does the Melbourne to Ballarat Central train arrive?
Melbourne to Ballarat Central train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Ballarat station.
Can I drive from Melbourne to Ballarat Central?
Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Ballarat Central is 115 km. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Melbourne to Ballarat Central.
Where can I stay near Ballarat Central?
There are 160+ hotels available in Ballarat Central. Prices start at $59.71 per night.
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