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

The cheapest way to get from Ararat to Melbourne is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ararat to Melbourne is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Ararat and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ararat station station and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Ararat and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ararat Station station and arriving at Southern Cross Station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Ararat to Melbourne?

The distance between Ararat and Melbourne is 205 km. The road distance is 199.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Ararat to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs $9 - $130.

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

The train from Ararat Station to Southern Cross Station takes 2h 33m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Ararat to Melbourne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ararat to Melbourne train from?

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

Train or bus from Ararat to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Ararat to Melbourne is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs $9 - $130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $99 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Ararat to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ararat to Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ararat to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ararat to Melbourne is 200 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Ararat to Melbourne.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ararat to Melbourne?

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Where can I stay near Melbourne?

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

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1. Take the train from Ararat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 33m
$9–130
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1. Take the bus from Ararat station to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
3h 15m
$95–99
Drive 199.8 km
1. Drive from Ararat to Melbournecar 199.8 km
2h 17m
$36–52

Ararat to Melbourne by train

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Distance: 205.1 km
Duration: 2h 33m

What companies run services between Ararat, VIC, Australia and Melbourne, 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, 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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