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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Altona to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Altona and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Altona station to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Altona Station/Railway St South and arriving at Ballarat via Sunshine Station/Dickson St and Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Altona and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Altona station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Westona Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Altona to Ballarat?

The distance between Altona and Ballarat is 121 km. The road distance is 105 km.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Altona to Ballarat bus from?

Altona to Ballarat bus services, operated by SkyBus, depart from Sunshine Station/Dickson St.

Where do I catch the Altona to Ballarat train from?

Altona to Ballarat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Westona Station.

Train or bus from Altona to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Altona to Ballarat is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $86 and takes 3h 53m.

Where does the Altona to Ballarat bus arrive?

Altona to Ballarat bus services, operated by SkyBus, arrive at Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr station.

Where does the Altona to Ballarat train arrive?

Altona to Ballarat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Footscray Station.

Can I drive from Altona to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Altona to Ballarat is 105 km. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Altona to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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

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1. Take the train from Westona Station to Footscray Stationtrain Werribee / ...
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 2m
$14–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Drbus Sunshine Railway Station - Melbourne Airport
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballaratbus
3h 53m
$86
Drive 105 km
1. Drive from Altona to Ballaratcar 105 km
1h 11m
$19–27

Altona to Ballarat by train

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Distance: 121 km
Duration: 2h 2m

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

You can take a train from Westona Station to Ballarat Station via Footscray Station in around 2h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Altona Station/Railway St South to Ballarat via Sunshine Station/Dickson St and Melbourne Airport in around 3h 53m.

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