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

The cheapest way to get from Ararat to Dandenong is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ararat to Dandenong is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Ararat and Dandenong?

No, there is no direct bus from Ararat station to Dandenong. However, there are services departing from Ararat station and arriving at Keneally St/Cheltenham Rd via King St/Lonsdale St and Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Ararat and Dandenong?

No, there is no direct train from Ararat station to Dandenong station. However, there are services departing from Ararat Station and arriving at Yarraman Station via Southern Cross Station/Collins St #D14 and Town Hall Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Ararat to Dandenong?

The distance between Ararat and Dandenong is 234 km. The road distance is 229.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ararat to Dandenong without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs $21 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Ararat to Dandenong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ararat to Dandenong bus from?

Ararat to Dandenong bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Ararat station.

Where do I catch the Ararat to Dandenong train from?

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

Train or bus from Ararat to Dandenong?

The best way to get from Ararat to Dandenong is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs $21 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus and line 901 bus, which costs $107 - $111 and takes 5h 44m.

Where does the Ararat to Dandenong bus arrive?

Ararat to Dandenong bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Ararat to Dandenong train arrive?

Ararat to Dandenong train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Ararat to Dandenong?

Yes, the driving distance between Ararat to Dandenong is 230 km. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Ararat to Dandenong.

Where can I stay near Dandenong?

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Ararat to Dandenong - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 901 bus, and car

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

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1. Take the train from Ararat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
3h 27m
$22–140
Bus, line 901 bus
1. Take the bus from Ararat station to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
2. Take the bus from Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd to Keneally St/Cheltenham Rdbus 901
5h 44m
$107–111
Drive 229.7 km
1. Drive from Ararat to Dandenongcar 229.7 km
2h 44m
$41–59

Ararat to Dandenong by train and tram

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3h 27mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 234 km
Duration: 3h 27m

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

V/Line operates a train from Ararat Station to Southern Cross Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 2h 33m. Journey Beyond - The Overland also services this route twice a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ararat station to Keneally St/Cheltenham Rd via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, King St/Lonsdale St, Mitcham Station/Colombo St, and Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd in around 5h 44m.

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