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

The cheapest way to get from Ararat to Queenscliff is to bus and line 56 bus which costs $8 - $120 and takes 5h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ararat to Queenscliff is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Ararat and Queenscliff?

No, there is no direct bus from Ararat to Queenscliff. However, there are services departing from Ararat and arriving at Queenscliff Post Office/Hesse St via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St and Geelong Station/Railway Tce. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from Ararat to Queenscliff?

The distance between Ararat and Queenscliff is 224 km. The road distance is 211.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ararat to Queenscliff without a car is to train and line 56 bus which takes 5h 10m and costs $65 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Ararat to Queenscliff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ararat to Queenscliff bus from?

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

Where does the Ararat to Queenscliff bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ararat to Queenscliff?

Yes, the driving distance between Ararat to Queenscliff is 211 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Ararat to Queenscliff.

Where can I stay near Queenscliff?

There are 1623+ hotels available in Queenscliff.

Ararat to Queenscliff - 3 ways to travel via train, line 56 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 56 bus
best
1. Take the train from Ararat Station to North Shore Stationtrain The Overland
2. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Queenscliff Post Office/Hesse Stbus 56
5h 10m
$69–134
Bus, line 56 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ararat to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus
2. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Geelong Station/Railway Tcebus
3. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Queenscliff Post Office/Hesse Stbus 56
5h 47m
$8–120
Drive 211.3 km
1. Drive from Ararat to Queenscliffcar 211.3 km
2h 41m
$38–55

Ararat to Queenscliff by train and bus

2Weekly Services

5h 10mAverage Duration

$69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 223.6 km
Duration: 5h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Ararat to Queenscliff Post Office/Hesse St via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St and Geelong Station/Railway Tce in around 5h 47m.

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