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

The cheapest way to get from Ararat to Tarneit is to train which costs $22 - $30 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ararat to Tarneit is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Ararat and Tarneit?

No, there is no direct bus from Ararat station to Tarneit. However, there are services departing from Ararat station and arriving at Felix Way/Hummingbird Bvd via Canterbury St/Station Rd and Tarneit Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Ararat and Tarneit?

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

How far is it from Ararat to Tarneit?

The distance between Ararat and Tarneit is 202 km. The road distance is 182 km.

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

The best way to get from Ararat to Tarneit without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs $22 - $30.

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

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

Where do I catch the Ararat to Tarneit bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ararat to Tarneit train from?

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

Train or bus from Ararat to Tarneit?

The best way to get from Ararat to Tarneit is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs $22 - $30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $125 and takes 4h.

Where does the Ararat to Tarneit bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ararat to Tarneit train arrive?

Ararat to Tarneit train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Deer Park Station.

Can I drive from Ararat to Tarneit?

Yes, the driving distance between Ararat to Tarneit is 182 km. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Ararat to Tarneit.

Where can I stay near Tarneit?

There are 481+ hotels available in Tarneit.

Ararat to Tarneit - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ararat to Tarneit by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Ararat Station to Deer Park Stationtrain Ballarat
3h 4m
$22–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ararat station to Deer Parkbus Melbourne
4h
$114–122
Drive 182 km
1. Drive from Ararat to Tarneitcar 182 km
2h 10m
$33–47
Train via Geelong
1. Take the train from Ararat Station to North Shore Stationtrain The Overland
2. Take the train from North Shore Station to Tarneit Stationtrain Geelong
4h 3m
$70–134

Ararat to Tarneit by train and bus

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3h 4mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 201.9 km
Duration: 3h 4m

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

V/Line operates a train from Ararat Station to Deer Park Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 2h 9m. 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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