What is the cheapest way to get from Auckland to Ballarat?

The cheapest way to get from Auckland to Ballarat is to fly and train which costs $310 - $650 and takes 9h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Auckland to Ballarat?

The fastest way to get from Auckland to Ballarat is to fly and train which takes 9h 14m and costs $310 - $650.

How far is it from Auckland to Ballarat?

The distance between Auckland and Ballarat is 2786 km.

How long does it take to get from Auckland to Ballarat?

It takes approximately 9h 14m to get from Auckland to Ballarat, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Auckland and Ballarat?

Ballarat is 2h behind Auckland. It is currently 9:07 AM in Auckland and 7:07 AM in Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 205+ hotels available in Ballarat.

Auckland to Ballarat - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Auckland to Ballarat by plane, train, or bus

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Fly Auckland to Melbourne Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane AKL - MEL
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
9h 14m
$313–651
Bus to Whangarei Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Auckland - Central to Whangareibus
2. Fly from Whangarei Airport (WRE) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane WRE - MEL
3. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
13h 52m
$222–834
Fly Auckland to Avalon Airport, train
1. Fly from Auckland (AKL) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane AKL - AVV
2. Take the train from Lara Station to Deer Park Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Deer Park Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
12h 32m
$229–890
Bus to Kerikeri Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Auckland - Central to Kerikeribus
2. Fly from Kerikeri Airport (KKE) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane KKE - MEL
3. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
14h 50m
$241–862

Auckland (AKL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) flights

85Weekly Planes

5h 2mAverage Duration

$137Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,785.6 km
Duration: 9h 14m

What companies run services between Auckland, New Zealand and Ballarat, VIC, Australia?

There is no direct connection from Auckland to Ballarat. However, you can take the train to Puhinui Train Station 2, walk to Stop A Puhinui, take the bus to Stop A International Airport, walk to Auckland (AKL) airport, fly to Melbourne Airport (MEL), walk to Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr, take the bus to Sunshine Station/Dickson St, walk to Sunshine Station, then take the train to Ballarat Station. Alternatively, you can take the train to Puhinui Train Station 2, walk to Stop A Puhinui, take the bus to Stop A International Airport, walk to Auckland (AKL) airport, fly to Avalon Airport (AVV), walk to Avalon Airport Terminal/Airport Dr, take the line 18 bus to Lara Station/Hicks St, walk to Lara Station, take the train to Deer Park Station, then take the train to Ballarat Station.

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