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

The cheapest way to get from Ararat to Sunshine is to train which costs $9 - $13 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ararat to Sunshine is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Ararat and Sunshine?

No, there is no direct bus from Ararat station to Sunshine station. However, there are services departing from Ararat station and arriving at Sunshine Station/Dickson St via Canterbury St/Station Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Ararat and Sunshine?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ararat Station station and arriving at Sunshine Station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Ararat to Sunshine?

The distance between Ararat and Sunshine is 193 km. The road distance is 188 km.

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

The best way to get from Ararat to Sunshine without a car is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs $9 - $13.

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

The train from Ararat Station to Sunshine Station takes 2h 17m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Ararat to Sunshine bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ararat to Sunshine train from?

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

Train or bus from Ararat to Sunshine?

The best way to get from Ararat to Sunshine is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs $9 - $13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $101 - $105 and takes 3h 18m.

Where does the Ararat to Sunshine bus arrive?

Ararat to Sunshine bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Deer Park station.

Where does the Ararat to Sunshine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ararat to Sunshine?

Yes, the driving distance between Ararat to Sunshine is 188 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Ararat to Sunshine.

Where can I stay near Sunshine?

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

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1. Take the train from Ararat Station to Sunshine Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 17m
$9–13
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1. Take the bus from Ararat station to Deer Parkbus Melbourne
3h 18m
$101–105
Drive 188 km
1. Drive from Ararat to Sunshinecar 188 km
2h 4m
$34–49

Ararat to Sunshine by train

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Distance: 193.3 km
Duration: 2h 17m

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

V/Line operates a train from Ararat Station to Sunshine Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 2h 17m. Alternatively, Firefly Express operates a bus from Ararat station to Deer Park once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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