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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Avenel is to train which costs $16 - $24 and takes 3h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Avenel is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Avenel?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Avenel station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Seymour Station, Railway Pl via Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd and Broadmeadows Station, Railway Cres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Avenel?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Avenel station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Avenel Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Avenel?

The distance between Ballarat and Avenel is 229 km. The road distance is 177.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Avenel without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs $16 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Ballarat to Avenel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Avenel bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Avenel train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Avenel?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Avenel is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs $16 - $24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $85 and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Ballarat to Avenel bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Avenel train arrive?

Ballarat to Avenel train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Ballarat to Avenel?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Avenel is 177 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Ballarat to Avenel.

Where can I stay near Avenel?

There are 37+ hotels available in Avenel.

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

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1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Avenel Stationtrain Seymour
3h 58m
$17–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Melbourne Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Broadmeadows Station, Railway Cres to Seymour Station, Railway Plbus 6404 / ...
5h 34m
$66–84
Drive 177.1 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Avenelcar 177.1 km
2h 32m
$32–46

Ballarat to Avenel by train

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3h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 229.2 km
Duration: 3h 58m

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

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Avenel Station via Southern Cross Station in around 3h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat to Avenel Station via Melbourne Airport, Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd, Broadmeadows Station/Pascoe Vale Rd, Broadmeadows Station, Railway Cres, Seymour Station, Railway Pl, and Seymour Station in around 5h 34m.

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