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Two ways to Travel from Melbourne to Ballarat

Composite routes from Melbourne to Ballarat

Cheapest
1 h 18 min
Car
115 km.
from $6
Other
1 h 18 min
Rideshare
115 km.
from $4.38

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 (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Ballarat (Station) is to train which costs $4.57 - $6.52 and takes 1h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Ballarat (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Ballarat (Station) is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs $14.13 - $20.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Ballarat (Station)?

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 (Station)?

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 (Station)?

The distance between Melbourne and Ballarat (Station) is 113 km. The road distance is 114 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Ballarat (Station) 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 (Station)?

The train from Southern Cross to Ballarat takes 1h 25m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Ballarat (Station) bus from?

Melbourne to Ballarat (Station) bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Ballarat (Station) train from?

Melbourne to Ballarat (Station) train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Southern Cross station.

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne to Ballarat (Station)?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Ballarat (Station) 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. There are no good options to fly between Melbourne to Ballarat (Station).

Where does the Melbourne to Ballarat (Station) bus arrive?

Melbourne to Ballarat (Station) bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Ballarat station.

Where does the Melbourne to Ballarat (Station) train arrive?

Melbourne to Ballarat (Station) train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Ballarat station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Ballarat (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Ballarat (Station) is 114 km. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Melbourne to Ballarat (Station).

Where can I stay near Ballarat (Station)?

There are 158+ hotels available in Ballarat (Station). Prices start at $59.71 per night.
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