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

The cheapest way to get from Ararat to Woodend is to train which costs $17 - $25 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ararat to Woodend is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Ararat and Woodend?

No, there is no direct bus from Ararat station to Woodend station. However, there are services departing from Ararat station and arriving at Woodend Station/Station St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Ararat and Woodend?

No, there is no direct train from Ararat station to Woodend station. However, there are services departing from Ararat Station and arriving at Woodend Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Ararat to Woodend?

The distance between Ararat and Woodend is 272 km. The road distance is 164.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Ararat to Woodend without a car is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs $17 - $25.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Ararat to Woodend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ararat to Woodend bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ararat to Woodend train from?

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

Train or bus from Ararat to Woodend?

The best way to get from Ararat to Woodend is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs $17 - $25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $120 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Ararat to Woodend bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ararat to Woodend train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ararat to Woodend?

Yes, the driving distance between Ararat to Woodend is 165 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Ararat to Woodend.

Where can I stay near Woodend?

There are 126+ hotels available in Woodend.

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

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1. Take the train from Ararat Station to Footscray Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Woodend Stationtrain Bendigo
3h 49m
$18–25
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 Woodend Station/Station Stbus Bendigo
5h 14m
$96–114
Drive 164.6 km
1. Drive from Ararat to Woodendcar 164.6 km
2h 7m
$30–43

Ararat to Woodend by train

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Distance: 272.4 km
Duration: 3h 49m

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

You can take a train from Ararat Station to Woodend Station via Footscray Station in around 3h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ararat station to Woodend Station/Station St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 5h 14m.

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