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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Rockhampton to Ballarat

Composite routes from Rockhampton to Ballarat

Cheapest
23 h 9 min
Car
2054 km.
from $112
Other
6 h 59 min
Bus, Plane
1700 km.
from $246.22
36 h 56 min
1700 km.
from $202.07
45 h 4 min
1700 km.
from $519.48
9 h 24 min
Bus, Plane
1700 km.
from $376.85
2 d 13 h 31 min
1698 km.
from $4340.15
2 d 18 h 35 min
Bus, Train
1700 km.
from $2461.63

Transport providers

Bus operators

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:
$10.87–$29.35

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:
$36.96–$51.09

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Rockhampton to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
11h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$70.65–$163.04
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$206.52
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.09–$184.78

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Email:
reservations@premierms.com.au
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Rockhampton to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
12h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.35–$76.09
Bus from Rockhampton George Street to Chermside
Ave. Duration:
11h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.35–$76.09

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:
$30.53

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Rockhampton to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$163.04–$597.83

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Rockhampton to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
5h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$532.61
Plane from Rockhampton to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$163.04–$597.83

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Rockhampton to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$445.65

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:
$41.30–$152.17

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Southern Cross to Ballarat
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.57–$6.52
Train from Footscray to Ballarat
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.57–$5.98

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Rockhampton to Roma
Ave. Duration:
8h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.57–$1,447.82

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:
$2,183.60–$2,831.51

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Rockhampton to Ballarat?

The cheapest way to get from Rockhampton to Ballarat is to train via Sydney which costs $76.09 - $1630.43 and takes 36h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rockhampton to Ballarat?

The fastest way to get from Rockhampton to Ballarat is to fly and bus which takes 6h 59m and costs $173.91 - $489.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Rockhampton and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Rockhampton to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Rockhampton and arriving at Ballarat via Roma Street busway, platform 2, Brisbane, Central Station, Skybus Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Rockhampton and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Rockhampton to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Rockhampton and arriving at Ballarat via Roma Street Station, Central Station and Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 56m.

How far is it from Rockhampton to Ballarat?

The distance between Rockhampton and Ballarat is 1797 km. The road distance is 2059.4 km.

How do I travel from Rockhampton to Ballarat without a car?

The best way to get from Rockhampton to Ballarat without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 36h 56m and costs $76.09 - $1630.43 .

How long does it take to get from Rockhampton to Ballarat?

It takes approximately 6h 59m to get from Rockhampton to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rockhampton to Ballarat bus from?

Rockhampton to Ballarat bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Rockhampton station.

Where do I catch the Rockhampton to Ballarat train from?

Rockhampton to Ballarat train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, depart from Rockhampton station.

Train or bus from Rockhampton to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Rockhampton to Ballarat is to train via Sydney which takes 36h 56m and costs $76.09 - $1630.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $217.39 - $597.83 and takes 45h 4m.

Where does the Rockhampton to Ballarat bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Rockhampton and Ballarat?

Ballarat is 1h ahead of Rockhampton. It is currently 20:53 in Rockhampton and 21:53 in Ballarat.

Where does the Rockhampton to Ballarat train arrive?

Rockhampton to Ballarat train services, operated by Queensland Rail Travel, arrive at Roma Street station.

Can I drive from Rockhampton to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Rockhampton to Ballarat is 2059 km. It takes approximately 23h 9m to drive from Rockhampton 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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