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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Mclaren Vale to Ballarat

Composite routes from Mclaren Vale to Ballarat

Cheapest
7 h 9 min
Car
629 km.
from $34
Other
6 h 44 min
Bus, Plane
541 km.
from $125.72
13 h 58 min
542 km.
from $21.78
12 h 28 min
542 km.
from $135.24
9 h 13 min
Bus, Plane
541 km.
from $149.53

Transport providers

Airlines

Qatar Airways

Website:
qatarairways.com/en-au/homepage.html
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$75.79–$505.24

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.47–$366.30

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$94.73–$366.30
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Mount
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$164.20–$315.77

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$75.79–$505.24

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Adelaide Airport to Mount
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$126.31–$366.30

Bus operators

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Adelaide to Ballarat
Ave. Duration:
8h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$42.95–$58.10

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Tourist Information Centre/Jubilee Hwy East to Ballarat
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$3.16–$20.21
Bus from 85 Franklin St to Dundas
Ave. Duration:
7h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.43–$30.31
Bus from Dundas St/Market St to Ballarat
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$1.52–$13.89

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

Train operators

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Ararat to Ballarat
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.18–$6.95

Journey Beyond - The Overland

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
sales.enquiries@journeybeyond.com
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/journeys/overland/
Train from Adelaide to Ararat
Ave. Duration:
7h 28m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$56.84–$164.20

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from McLaren Vale to Ballarat?

The cheapest way to get from McLaren Vale to Ballarat is to bus via Dundas St/Market St which costs $10.87 - $44.57 and takes 13h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from McLaren Vale to Ballarat?

The fastest way to get from McLaren Vale to Ballarat is to fly and bus which takes 6h 44m and costs $92.39 - $228.26 .

Is there a direct bus between McLaren Vale and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from McLaren Vale to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Stop 91 Main Rd - South West side and arriving at Ballarat via Zone G Noarlunga Centre Interchange - East side and Adelaide. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 18m.

How far is it from McLaren Vale to Ballarat?

The distance between McLaren Vale and Ballarat is 810 km. The road distance is 630.5 km.

How do I travel from McLaren Vale to Ballarat without a car?

The best way to get from McLaren Vale to Ballarat without a car is to bus which takes 11h 18m and costs $42.39 - $59.78 .

How long does it take to get from McLaren Vale to Ballarat?

It takes approximately 6h 44m to get from McLaren Vale to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the McLaren Vale to Ballarat bus from?

McLaren Vale to Ballarat bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Adelaide station.

Train or bus from McLaren Vale to Ballarat?

The best way to get from McLaren Vale to Ballarat is to bus which takes 11h 18m and costs $42.39 - $59.78 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $54.35 - $163.04 and takes 12h 28m.

Where does the McLaren Vale to Ballarat bus arrive?

McLaren Vale to Ballarat bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Ballarat station.

What is the time difference between McLaren Vale and Ballarat?

Ballarat is 30 min ahead of McLaren Vale. It is currently 17:49 in McLaren Vale and 18:19 in Ballarat.

Can I drive from McLaren Vale to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between McLaren Vale to Ballarat is 631 km. It takes approximately 7h 9m to drive from McLaren Vale 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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