What is the cheapest way to get from Ararat to Ballan?

The cheapest way to get from Ararat to Ballan is to train which costs $8 - $12 and takes 1h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ararat to Ballan?

The fastest way to get from Ararat to Ballan is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs $8 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Ararat and Ballan?

No, there is no direct bus from Ararat to Ballan. However, there are services departing from Ararat and arriving at Ballan via Ballarat. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Ararat and Ballan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ararat Station station and arriving at Ballan Station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Ararat to Ballan?

The distance between Ararat and Ballan is 126 km. The road distance is 126.1 km.

How do I travel from Ararat to Ballan without a car?

The best way to get from Ararat to Ballan without a car is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs $8 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Ararat to Ballan?

The train from Ararat Station to Ballan Station takes 1h 21m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Ararat to Ballan bus from?

Ararat to Ballan bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Ararat station.

Where do I catch the Ararat to Ballan train from?

Ararat to Ballan train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Ararat Station.

Train or bus from Ararat to Ballan?

The best way to get from Ararat to Ballan is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs $8 - $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2 - $120 and takes 2h 36m.

Where does the Ararat to Ballan bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ararat to Ballan train arrive?

Ararat to Ballan train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Ballan Station.

Can I drive from Ararat to Ballan?

Yes, the driving distance between Ararat to Ballan is 126 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Ararat to Ballan.

Where can I stay near Ballan?

There are 32+ hotels available in Ballan.

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There are 3 ways to get from Ararat to Ballan by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ararat Station to Ballan Stationtrain Ballarat
1h 21m
$8–12
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ararat to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach / ...
2. Take the bus from Ballarat to Ballanbus
2h 36m
$2–111
Drive 126.1 km
1. Drive from Ararat to Ballancar 126.1 km
1h 23m
$23–33

Ararat to Ballan by train

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Distance: 126.3 km
Duration: 1h 21m

What companies run services between Ararat, VIC, Australia and Ballan, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Ararat Station to Ballan Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ararat to Ballan via Ballarat in around 2h 36m.

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