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

The cheapest way to get from Ararat to Geelong is to bus which costs $2 - $120 and takes 3h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ararat to Geelong is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Ararat and Geelong?

No, there is no direct bus from Ararat to Geelong station. However, there are services departing from Ararat and arriving at Geelong Station/Railway Tce via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Ararat and Geelong?

No, there is no direct train from Ararat station to Geelong station. However, there are services departing from Ararat Station and arriving at Geelong Station via North Shore Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Ararat to Geelong?

The distance between Ararat and Geelong is 184 km. The road distance is 179.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ararat to Geelong without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs $60 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Ararat to Geelong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ararat to Geelong bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ararat to Geelong train from?

Ararat to Geelong train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from Ararat Station.

Train or bus from Ararat to Geelong?

The best way to get from Ararat to Geelong is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs $60 - $130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2 - $120 and takes 3h 41m.

Where does the Ararat to Geelong bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ararat to Geelong train arrive?

Ararat to Geelong train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at North Shore Station.

Can I drive from Ararat to Geelong?

Yes, the driving distance between Ararat to Geelong is 180 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Ararat to Geelong.

Where can I stay near Geelong?

There are 894+ hotels available in Geelong.

Ararat to Geelong - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ararat Station to North Shore Stationtrain The Overland
3h 4m
$63–128
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Ararat to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach / ...
2. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Geelong Station/Railway Tcebus Coach
3h 41m
$2–114
Drive 179.5 km
1. Drive from Ararat to Geelongcar 179.5 km
2h 13m
$32–47

Ararat to Geelong by train

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Distance: 183.8 km
Duration: 3h 4m

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

Journey Beyond - The Overland operates a train from Ararat Station to North Shore Station twice a week. Tickets cost $55–120 and the journey takes 2h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ararat to Geelong Station/Railway Tce via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St in around 3h 41m.

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