How to Travel from
Melbourne Central Station to Ballarat
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Melbourne Central Station to Ballarat
Composite routes from Melbourne Central Station to Ballarat
Cheapest
1 h 18 min
Car
116 km.
from $6
Route Navigator Melbourne Central Station - Ballarat
Get all the information you need right here
Continue onto La Trobe Street
La Trobe Street, 123 м
123 м
Turn right onto Elizabeth Street
Elizabeth Street, 133 м
133 м
Turn left onto A'Beckett Street
A'Beckett Street, 229 м
229 м
Turn right onto Queen Street
Queen Street, 40 м
40 м
Keep left onto Franklin Street
Franklin Street, 256 м
256 м
Turn right onto Peel Street
Peel Street, 124 м
124 м
At roundabout, take exit 1 onto Dudley Street
Dudley Street, 1 km 514 м
1 km 514 м
Turn right onto Spencer Street
Spencer Street, 1 km 113 м
1 km 113 м
Keep right onto Dynon Road
Dynon Road, 3 km 273 м
3 km 273 м
Turn left onto Hopkins Street
Hopkins Street, 366 м
366 м
Turn right onto Droop Street
Droop Street, 1 km 978 м
1 km 978 м
Turn slight left onto Ballarat Road
Ballarat Road, 22 km 486 м
22 km 486 м
Keep right onto Western Freeway and drive toward Melton, Ballarat
Western Freeway, Melton, Ballarat, 73 km 195 м
73 km 195 м
Keep left onto Victoria Street Offramp and take C805 toward Ballarat City Centre, Hamilton
Victoria Street Offramp, Ballarat City Centre, Hamilton, C805, 5 km 35 м
5 km 35 м
At roundabout, take exit 1 onto Humffray Street South
Humffray Street South, 152 м
152 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Humffray Street South
Humffray Street South, 146 м
146 м
At roundabout, take exit 3 onto Eastwood Street
Eastwood Street, 391 м
391 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Dana Street
Dana Street, 132 м
132 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Dana Street
Dana Street, 138 м
138 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Dana Street
Dana Street, 145 м
145 м
At roundabout, take exit 2 onto Dana Street
Dana Street, 144 м
144 м
Turn left onto Doveton Street South
Doveton Street South, 232 м
232 м
Turn right onto Eyre Street
Eyre Street, 393 м
393 м
Turn left onto Raglan Street South
Raglan Street South, 138 м
138 м
Arrive at destination
Transport providers
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:
$5.31–$7.58
Bus operators
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
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Ballarat?
The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Ballarat is to train which costs $7.61 - $10.33 and takes 1h 55m.
What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Ballarat?
The fastest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs $13.04 - $20.65 .
Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Central Station and Ballarat?
No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Central Station to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Skybus Coach Terminal/Spencer St and arriving at Ballarat via Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.
Is there a direct train between Melbourne Central Station and Ballarat?
No, there is no direct train from Melbourne Central Station to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Central and arriving at Ballarat via Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.
How far is it from Melbourne Central Station to Ballarat?
The distance between Melbourne Central Station and Ballarat is 115 km. The road distance is 109.9 km.
How do I travel from Melbourne Central Station to Ballarat without a car?
The best way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs $7.61 - $10.33 .
How long does it take to get from Melbourne Central Station to Ballarat?
It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Melbourne Central Station to Ballarat, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Melbourne Central Station to Ballarat bus from?
Melbourne Central Station to Ballarat bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, depart from Melbourne Airport station.
Where do I catch the Melbourne Central Station to Ballarat train from?
Melbourne Central Station to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Southern Cross station.
Train or bus from Melbourne Central Station to Ballarat?
The best way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Ballarat is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs $7.61 - $10.33 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $41.75 and takes 3h 11m.
Where does the Melbourne Central Station to Ballarat bus arrive?
Melbourne Central Station to Ballarat bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, arrive at Ballarat station.
Where does the Melbourne Central Station to Ballarat train arrive?
Melbourne Central Station to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Ballarat station.
Can I drive from Melbourne Central Station to Ballarat?
Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Central Station to Ballarat is 110 km. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Melbourne Central Station 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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