What is the cheapest way to get from Bacchus Marsh to Ararat?

The cheapest way to get from Bacchus Marsh to Ararat is to train which costs $9 - $13 and takes 1h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bacchus Marsh to Ararat?

The fastest way to get from Bacchus Marsh to Ararat is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Bacchus Marsh and Ararat?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bacchus Marsh and arriving at Ararat station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Bacchus Marsh and Ararat?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bacchus Marsh Station station and arriving at Ararat Station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Bacchus Marsh to Ararat?

The distance between Bacchus Marsh and Ararat is 155 km. The road distance is 147.7 km.

How do I travel from Bacchus Marsh to Ararat without a car?

The best way to get from Bacchus Marsh to Ararat without a car is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs $9 - $13.

How long does it take to get from Bacchus Marsh to Ararat?

The train from Bacchus Marsh Station to Ararat Station takes 1h 44m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Bacchus Marsh to Ararat bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bacchus Marsh to Ararat train from?

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

Train or bus from Bacchus Marsh to Ararat?

The best way to get from Bacchus Marsh to Ararat is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs $9 - $13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $99 and takes 2h 20m.

Where does the Bacchus Marsh to Ararat bus arrive?

Bacchus Marsh to Ararat bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Ararat station.

Where does the Bacchus Marsh to Ararat train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bacchus Marsh to Ararat?

Yes, the driving distance between Bacchus Marsh to Ararat is 148 km. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Bacchus Marsh to Ararat.

Where can I stay near Ararat?

There are 17+ hotels available in Ararat.

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

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1. Take the train from Bacchus Marsh Station to Ararat Stationtrain Ballarat
1h 44m
$9–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bacchus Marsh to Ararat stationbus Adelaide
2h 20m
$95–99
Drive 147.7 km
1. Drive from Bacchus Marsh to Araratcar 147.7 km
1h 35m
$27–39

Bacchus Marsh to Ararat by train

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Distance: 154.7 km
Duration: 1h 44m

What companies run services between Bacchus Marsh, VIC, Australia and Ararat, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Bacchus Marsh Station to Ararat Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 1h 44m. Alternatively, Firefly Express operates a bus from Bacchus Marsh to Ararat station once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 2h 20m.

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