What is the cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Armadale?

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Armadale is to train which costs $14 - $18 and takes 1h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballarat to Armadale?

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Armadale is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Armadale?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Armadale station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Armadale Station/Kooyong Rd via Bourke St/Queen St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Armadale?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Armadale station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Armadale Station via Footscray Station and Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Armadale?

The distance between Ballarat and Armadale is 122 km. The road distance is 117.7 km.

How do I travel from Ballarat to Armadale without a car?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Armadale without a car is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs $14 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Ballarat to Armadale?

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Ballarat to Armadale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Armadale bus from?

Ballarat to Armadale bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Ballarat station.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Armadale train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Armadale?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Armadale is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs $14 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus and line 605 bus, which costs $101 - $105 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Ballarat to Armadale bus arrive?

Ballarat to Armadale bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Ballarat to Armadale train arrive?

Ballarat to Armadale train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Footscray Station.

Can I drive from Ballarat to Armadale?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Armadale is 118 km. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Ballarat to Armadale.

Where can I stay near Armadale?

There are 5278+ hotels available in Armadale.

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

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1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Footscray Stationtrain Ballarat
1h 55m
$15–18
Bus, line 605 bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
2. Take the bus from Bourke St/Queen St to Armadale Station/Kooyong Rdbus 605
2h 40m
$101–105
Drive 117.7 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Armadalecar 117.7 km
1h 28m
$21–31

Ballarat to Armadale by train

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Distance: 122.3 km
Duration: 1h 55m

What companies run services between Ballarat, VIC, Australia and Armadale, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Ballarat Station to Footscray Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat to Armadale Station/Kooyong Rd via Southern Cross Coach Terminal and Bourke St/Queen St in around 2h 40m.

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