What is the cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Altona North?

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Altona North is to train which costs $14 - $18 and takes 1h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballarat to Altona North?

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Altona North is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Altona North?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Altona North. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Knapp St/Blackshaws Rd via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and Sunshine Station/Dickson St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Altona North?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Altona North station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Sunshine Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Altona North?

The distance between Ballarat and Altona North is 109 km. The road distance is 103.8 km.

How do I travel from Ballarat to Altona North without a car?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Altona North without a car is to train which takes 1h 46m and costs $14 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Ballarat to Altona North?

It takes approximately 1h 46m to get from Ballarat to Altona North, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Altona North bus from?

Ballarat to Altona North bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, depart from Ballarat station.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Altona North train from?

Ballarat to Altona North train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Ballarat Station.

Train or bus from Ballarat to Altona North?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Altona North is to train which takes 1h 46m and costs $14 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $86 and takes 2h 51m.

Where does the Ballarat to Altona North bus arrive?

Ballarat to Altona North bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, arrive at Melbourne Airport station.

Where does the Ballarat to Altona North train arrive?

Ballarat to Altona North train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Sunshine Station.

Can I drive from Ballarat to Altona North?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Altona North is 104 km. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Ballarat to Altona North.

Where can I stay near Altona North?

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There are 3 ways to get from Ballarat to Altona North by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Sunshine Stationtrain Ballarat
1h 46m
$15–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Melbourne Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus Sunshine Railway Station - Melbourne Airport
2h 51m
$86
Drive 103.8 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Altona Northcar 103.8 km
1h 11m
$19–27

Ballarat to Altona North by train and bus

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Distance: 108.9 km
Duration: 1h 46m

What companies run services between Ballarat, VIC, Australia and Altona North, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Ballarat Station to Sunshine Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat to Knapp St/Blackshaws Rd via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and Sunshine Station/Dickson St in around 2h 51m.

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