What is the cheapest way to get from Ballan (Station) to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Ballan (Station) to Melbourne is to train which costs $8 - $12 and takes 1h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballan (Station) to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Ballan (Station) to Melbourne is to drive which takes 58 min and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Ballan (Station) and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballan (Station) to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Ballan and arriving at Skybus Coach Terminal via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Ballan (Station) and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ballan Station station and arriving at Southern Cross Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 9m.

How far is it from Ballan (Station) to Melbourne?

The distance between Ballan (Station) and Melbourne is 80 km. The road distance is 75.1 km.

How do I travel from Ballan (Station) to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Ballan (Station) to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs $8 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Ballan (Station) to Melbourne?

The train from Ballan Station to Southern Cross Station takes 1h 9m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Ballan (Station) to Melbourne bus from?

Ballan (Station) to Melbourne bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, depart from Ballan station.

Where do I catch the Ballan (Station) to Melbourne train from?

Ballan (Station) to Melbourne train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Ballan Station.

Train or bus from Ballan (Station) to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Ballan (Station) to Melbourne is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs $8 - $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 and takes 1h 50m.

Where does the Ballan (Station) to Melbourne bus arrive?

Ballan (Station) to Melbourne bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, arrive at Melbourne Airport station.

Where does the Ballan (Station) to Melbourne train arrive?

Ballan (Station) to Melbourne train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Ballan (Station) to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballan (Station) to Melbourne is 75 km. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Ballan (Station) to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5303+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Ballan (Station) to Melbourne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Ballan (Station) to Melbourne by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Ballan Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
1h 18m
$8–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballan to Melbourne Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Skybus Coach Terminalbus City - Melbourne Airport
1h 50m
$75
Drive 75.1 km
1. Drive from Ballan (Station) to Melbournecar 75.1 km
58 min
$14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballan (Station) to Melbournetaxi 75.1 km
58 min
$170–210

Ballan (Station) to Melbourne by foot and train

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Distance: 79.7 km
Duration: 1h 18m

What companies run services between Ballan (Station), VIC, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Ballan Station to Southern Cross Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Ballan (Station) to Skybus Coach Terminal via Ballan and Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr in around 1h 50m.

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