What is the cheapest way to get from Arthurs Creek to Ballarat?

The cheapest way to get from Arthurs Creek to Ballarat is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 1h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arthurs Creek to Ballarat?

The fastest way to get from Arthurs Creek to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Arthurs Creek and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Arthurs Creek station to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from South Morang Station/Civic Dr and arriving at Ballarat via Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Arthurs Creek and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Arthurs Creek station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Hurstbridge Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Flinders Street Station and Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Arthurs Creek to Ballarat?

The distance between Arthurs Creek and Ballarat is 162 km. The road distance is 142.7 km.

How do I travel from Arthurs Creek to Ballarat without a car?

The best way to get from Arthurs Creek to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs $40 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Arthurs Creek to Ballarat?

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Arthurs Creek to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arthurs Creek to Ballarat bus from?

Arthurs Creek to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from South Morang Station/Civic Dr.

Where do I catch the Arthurs Creek to Ballarat train from?

Arthurs Creek to Ballarat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Hurstbridge Station.

Train or bus from Arthurs Creek to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Arthurs Creek to Ballarat is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs $40 - $55. Alternatively, you can line 901 bus and bus, which costs $110 - $120 and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Arthurs Creek to Ballarat bus arrive?

Arthurs Creek to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd station.

Where does the Arthurs Creek to Ballarat train arrive?

Arthurs Creek to Ballarat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Flinders Street Station.

Can I drive from Arthurs Creek to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Arthurs Creek to Ballarat is 143 km. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Arthurs Creek to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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Arthurs Creek to Ballarat - 4 ways to travel via train, line 903 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Arthurs Creek to Ballarat by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Hurstbridge Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Hurstbridge
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
3h 6m
$43–52
Drive 142.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Arthurs Creek to Ballaratcar 142.7 km
1h 44m
$26–37
Line 903 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Heidelberg Station/Yarra St to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus 903
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
4h 10m
$49–58
Line 901 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from South Morang Station/Civic Dr to Melbourne Airport/Grants Rdbus 901
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballaratbus
4h 17m
$110–120

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Distance: 161.7 km
Duration: 3h 6m

What companies run services between Arthurs Creek, VIC, Australia and Ballarat, VIC, Australia?

You can take a vehicle from Arthurs Creek to Ballarat Station via Hurstbridge Station, Flinders Street Station, and Southern Cross Station in around 3h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Arthurs Creek to Ballarat via South Morang Station/Civic Dr, Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd, and Melbourne Airport in around 4h 17m.

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