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

The cheapest way to get from Ballan to Ararat is to train which costs $8 - $12 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballan to Ararat is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Ballan and Ararat?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballan to Ararat. However, there are services departing from Ballan and arriving at Ararat via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Ballan and Ararat?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ballan Station station and arriving at Ararat Station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Ballan to Ararat?

The distance between Ballan and Ararat is 126 km. The road distance is 125.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballan to Ararat without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs $8 - $12.

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

The train from Ballan Station to Ararat Station takes 1h 25m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Ballan to Ararat bus from?

Ballan to Ararat bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, depart from Ballan station.

Where do I catch the Ballan to Ararat train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballan to Ararat?

The best way to get from Ballan to Ararat is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs $8 - $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Ballan to Ararat bus arrive?

Ballan to Ararat bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, arrive at Ballarat station.

Where does the Ballan to Ararat train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballan to Ararat?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballan to Ararat is 125 km. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Ballan 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 Ballan to Ararat by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Ballan Station to Ararat Stationtrain Ballarat
1h 25m
$8–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballan to Ballaratbus
2. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Araratbus Coach / ...
2h 41m
Drive 125.4 km
1. Drive from Ballan to Araratcar 125.4 km
1h 22m
$23–33

Ballan to Ararat by train

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Distance: 126.3 km
Duration: 1h 25m

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

V/Line operates a train from Ballan Station to Ararat Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballan to Ararat via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St in around 2h 41m.

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