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

The cheapest way to get from Ararat to Kilmore is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ararat to Kilmore is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Ararat and Kilmore?

No, there is no direct bus from Ararat station to Kilmore. However, there are services departing from Ararat station and arriving at Hudson Park/Sydney St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Ararat and Kilmore?

No, there is no direct train from Ararat station to Kilmore station. However, there are services departing from Ararat Station and arriving at Kilmore East Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Ararat to Kilmore?

The distance between Ararat and Kilmore is 272 km. The road distance is 209.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Ararat to Kilmore without a car is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs $23 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Ararat to Kilmore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ararat to Kilmore bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ararat to Kilmore train from?

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

Train or bus from Ararat to Kilmore?

The best way to get from Ararat to Kilmore is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs $23 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $120 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Ararat to Kilmore bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ararat to Kilmore train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ararat to Kilmore?

Yes, the driving distance between Ararat to Kilmore is 210 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Ararat to Kilmore.

Where can I stay near Kilmore?

There are 56+ hotels available in Kilmore.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Ararat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Kilmore East Stationtrain Seymour
4h 53m
$24–146
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ararat station to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Hudson Park/Sydney Stbus Seymour / ...
5h 35m
$96–112
Drive 209.8 km
1. Drive from Ararat to Kilmorecar 209.8 km
2h 46m
$38–55

Ararat to Kilmore by train and bus

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4h 53mAverage Duration

$24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 271.7 km
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a train from Ararat Station to Victoria Pde/Union St via Southern Cross Station, Kilmore East Station, and Kilmore East Station/O'Gradys Rd in around 4h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ararat station to Hudson Park/Sydney St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 5h 35m.

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