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

The cheapest way to get from Ararat to Footscray is to train which costs $9 - $13 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ararat to Footscray is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Ararat and Footscray?

No, there is no direct bus from Ararat station to Footscray. However, there are services departing from Ararat station and arriving at Leeds St/Hopkins St via Lonsdale St/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Ararat and Footscray?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ararat Station station and arriving at Footscray Station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Ararat to Footscray?

The distance between Ararat and Footscray is 200 km. The road distance is 193.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ararat to Footscray without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs $9 - $13.

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

The train from Ararat Station to Footscray Station takes 2h 23m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Ararat to Footscray bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ararat to Footscray train from?

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

Train or bus from Ararat to Footscray?

The best way to get from Ararat to Footscray is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs $9 - $13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $101 - $105 and takes 3h 41m.

Where does the Ararat to Footscray bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ararat to Footscray train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ararat to Footscray?

Yes, the driving distance between Ararat to Footscray is 193 km. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Ararat to Footscray.

Where can I stay near Footscray?

There are 5235+ hotels available in Footscray.

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

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1. Take the train from Ararat Station to Footscray Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 23m
$9–13
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1. Take the bus from Ararat station to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
3h 41m
$101–105
Drive 193.4 km
1. Drive from Ararat to Footscraycar 193.4 km
2h 9m
$35–50

Ararat to Footscray by train

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Distance: 199.9 km
Duration: 2h 23m

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

V/Line operates a train from Ararat Station to Footscray Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Alternatively, Firefly Express operates a bus from Ararat station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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