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

The cheapest way to get from Ballan to Thomastown is to train which costs $14 - $18 and takes 1h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballan to Thomastown is to drive which takes 57 min and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Ballan and Thomastown?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballan to Thomastown station. However, there are services departing from Ballan and arriving at Thomastown Station/High St via Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd and Northern Hospital/Cooper St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Ballan and Thomastown?

No, there is no direct train from Ballan station to Thomastown station. However, there are services departing from Ballan Station and arriving at Thomastown Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Ballan to Thomastown?

The distance between Ballan and Thomastown is 99 km. The road distance is 80.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballan to Thomastown without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs $14 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Ballan to Thomastown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballan to Thomastown bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballan to Thomastown train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballan to Thomastown?

The best way to get from Ballan to Thomastown is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs $14 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $59 and takes 2h 36m.

Where does the Ballan to Thomastown bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballan to Thomastown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballan to Thomastown?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballan to Thomastown is 80 km. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Ballan to Thomastown.

Where can I stay near Thomastown?

There are 4984+ hotels available in Thomastown.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ballan Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Thomastown Stationtrain Mernda
1h 58m
$14–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballan to Melbourne Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd to Northern Hospitalbus 901
2h 36m
$59
Drive 80.3 km
1. Drive from Ballan to Thomastowncar 80.3 km
57 min
$15–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballan to Thomastowntaxi 80.3 km
57 min
$180–230

Ballan to Thomastown by train

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Distance: 99.2 km
Duration: 1h 58m

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

You can take a train from Ballan Station to Thomastown Station via Southern Cross Station in around 1h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballan to Thomastown Station/High St via Melbourne Airport, Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd, and Northern Hospital/Cooper St in around 2h 36m.

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