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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Bairnsdale is to train which costs $18 - $26 and takes 6h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Bairnsdale is to drive which takes 4h 29m and costs $70 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Bairnsdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat station to Bairnsdale. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St and arriving at Bairnsdale via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Traralgon Station/Princes St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Bairnsdale?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Bairnsdale station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Bairnsdale Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Bairnsdale?

The distance between Ballarat and Bairnsdale is 388 km. The road distance is 392.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Bairnsdale without a car is to train which takes 6h 33m and costs $18 - $26.

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

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Ballarat to Bairnsdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Bairnsdale bus from?

Ballarat to Bairnsdale bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Bairnsdale train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Bairnsdale?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Bairnsdale is to train which takes 6h 33m and costs $18 - $26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $4 - $55 and takes 7h 40m.

Where does the Ballarat to Bairnsdale bus arrive?

Ballarat to Bairnsdale bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where does the Ballarat to Bairnsdale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Bairnsdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Bairnsdale is 392 km. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Ballarat to Bairnsdale.

Where can I stay near Bairnsdale?

There are 199+ hotels available in Bairnsdale.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Bairnsdale Stationtrain Traralgon
6h 33m
$19–26
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Traralgon Station/Princes Stbus
3. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Bairnsdalebus
7h 40m
$5–54
Drive 392.2 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Bairnsdalecar 392.2 km
4h 29m
$70–101

Ballarat to Bairnsdale by train

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Distance: 388.3 km
Duration: 6h 33m

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

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Bairnsdale Station via Southern Cross Station in around 6h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Bairnsdale via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Traralgon Station/Princes St in around 7h 40m.

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