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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Hervey Bay to Ballarat

Composite routes from Hervey Bay to Ballarat

Cheapest
22 h 3 min
Car
1960 km.
from $107
Other
5 h 28 min
Bus, Plane
1603 km.
from $370.49
33 h 24 min
1604 km.
from $583.35
39 h 47 min
1604 km.
from $360.83
9 h 13 min
Bus, Plane
1603 km.
from $425.01
2 d 12 h 26 min
Bus, Train
1603 km.
from $2438.77

Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Bus from Hervey Bay Rd near Scrubhill Rd hail 'n' ride to Service
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$2.27–$3.16

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
14h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.63–$34.10

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.95–$59.37

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Maryborough to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$36.63–$69.47
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$88.42–$214.73

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Maryborough to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.05–$40.42
Bus from Brisbane Roma Street to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.79–$107.36

Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus

Phone:
03 5333 4181
Email:
info@airportshuttlebus.com.au
Website:
airportshuttlebus.com.au/
Bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballarat
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$35.48

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Hervey Bay to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$214.73–$757.86
Plane from Hervey Bay to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$202.10–$757.86

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Hervey Bay to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$214.73–$757.86
Plane from Hervey Bay to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$202.10–$757.86

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$48.00–$176.83

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Southern Cross to Ballarat
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.31–$7.58
Train from Footscray to Ballarat
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.31–$6.95

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Howard to Roma
Ave. Duration:
4h 8m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.74–$764.24

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Email:
sales.enquiries@journeybeyond.com
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Southern
Ave. Duration:
2d 2h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$2,537.45–$3,290.36

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Hervey Bay to Ballarat?

The cheapest way to get from Hervey Bay to Ballarat is to train which costs $108.70 - $978.26 and takes 33h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hervey Bay to Ballarat?

The fastest way to get from Hervey Bay to Ballarat is to fly and bus which takes 5h 28m and costs $228.26 - $543.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Hervey Bay and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Hervey Bay to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Urraween Rd near Cooks Rd hail 'n' ride and arriving at Ballarat via Maryborough, Brisbane Roma Street, Central Station, Skybus Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39h 47m.

How far is it from Hervey Bay to Ballarat?

The distance between Hervey Bay and Ballarat is 1709 km. The road distance is 1947.2 km.

How do I travel from Hervey Bay to Ballarat without a car?

The best way to get from Hervey Bay to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 33h 24m and costs $108.70 - $978.26 .

How long does it take to get from Hervey Bay to Ballarat?

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Hervey Bay to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hervey Bay to Ballarat bus from?

Hervey Bay to Ballarat bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Maryborough station.

Train, bus or fly from Hervey Bay to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Hervey Bay to Ballarat is to train which takes 33h 24m and costs $108.70 - $978.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $163.04 - $380.43 and takes 39h 47m. There are no good options to fly between Hervey Bay to Ballarat.

Where does the Hervey Bay to Ballarat bus arrive?

Hervey Bay to Ballarat bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Brisbane station.

What is the time difference between Hervey Bay and Ballarat?

Ballarat is 1h ahead of Hervey Bay. It is currently 07:52 in Hervey Bay and 08:52 in Ballarat.

Can I drive from Hervey Bay to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Hervey Bay to Ballarat is 1947 km. It takes approximately 22h 18m to drive from Hervey Bay to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 160+ hotels available in Ballarat. Prices start at $59.71 per night.
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