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

The cheapest way to get from Ballan to Richmond is to train and line 48 tram which costs $14 - $18 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballan to Richmond is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Ballan and Richmond?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballan to Richmond. However, there are services departing from Ballan and arriving at Cromwell St/Victoria Pde via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and King St/Lonsdale St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Ballan and Richmond?

No, there is no direct train from Ballan station to Richmond. However, there are services departing from Ballan Station and arriving at Richmond Town Hall/Bridge Rd #19 via Southern Cross Station/Collins St #D14. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Ballan to Richmond?

The distance between Ballan and Richmond is 84 km. The road distance is 78.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballan to Richmond without a car is to train and line 48 tram which takes 1h 37m and costs $14 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Ballan to Richmond, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballan to Richmond bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballan to Richmond train from?

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

Where does the Ballan to Richmond bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballan to Richmond train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballan to Richmond?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballan to Richmond is 78 km. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Ballan to Richmond.

Where can I stay near Richmond?

There are 5277+ hotels available in Richmond.

Ballan to Richmond - 4 ways to travel via train, line 48 tram, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ballan to Richmond by train, tram, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 48 tram
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1. Take the train from Ballan Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the tram from Southern Cross Station/Collins St #D14 to Richmond Town Hall/Bridge Rd #19tram 48
1h 37m
$14–17
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
2h 4m
$81
Drive 78.3 km
1. Drive from Ballan to Richmondcar 78.3 km
1h 1m
$14–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballan to Richmondtaxi 78.3 km
1h 1m
$180–220

Ballan to Richmond by train and tram

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1h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 83.6 km
Duration: 1h 37m

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

You can take a bus from Ballan to Cromwell St/Victoria Pde via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr, Skybus Coach Terminal, and King St/Lonsdale St in around 2h 4m.

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