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

The cheapest way to get from Abbotsford to Ballarat is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Abbotsford to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs $20 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Abbotsford and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Abbotsford to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Gipps St/Hoddle St and arriving at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Abbotsford and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Abbotsford to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Lennox St/Victoria St #20 and arriving at Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Abbotsford to Ballarat?

The distance between Abbotsford and Ballarat is 118 km. The road distance is 113.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Abbotsford to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs $13 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Abbotsford to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Abbotsford to Ballarat bus from?

Abbotsford to Ballarat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where do I catch the Abbotsford to Ballarat train from?

Abbotsford to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train or bus from Abbotsford to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Abbotsford to Ballarat is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $22 and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the Abbotsford to Ballarat bus arrive?

Abbotsford to Ballarat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St.

Where does the Abbotsford to Ballarat train arrive?

Abbotsford to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Ballarat Station.

Can I drive from Abbotsford to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Abbotsford to Ballarat is 113 km. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Abbotsford to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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There are 3 ways to get from Abbotsford to Ballarat by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 10m
$14–18
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach / ...
2h 52m
$7–22
Drive 113.2 km
1. Drive from Abbotsford to Ballaratcar 113.2 km
1h 24m
$20–29

Abbotsford to Ballarat by tram and train

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Distance: 117.5 km
Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Abbotsford, VIC, Australia and Ballarat, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St once daily. Tickets cost $1–16 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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