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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Ballan is to drive which costs $6 - $10 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Ballan is to train which takes 18 min and costs $8 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Ballan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St station and arriving at Ballan Station/Atkinson St station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Ballan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ballarat Station station and arriving at Ballan Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Ballarat to Ballan?

The distance between Ballarat and Ballan is 34 km. The road distance is 36.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Ballan without a car is to train which takes 18 min and costs $8 - $11.

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

The train from Ballarat Station to Ballan Station takes 18 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Ballan bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Ballan train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Ballan?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Ballan is to train which takes 18 min and costs $8 - $11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1 - $12 and takes 34 min.

Where does the Ballarat to Ballan bus arrive?

Ballarat to Ballan bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Ballan Station/Atkinson St.

Where does the Ballarat to Ballan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Ballan?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Ballan is 37 km. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Ballarat to Ballan.

Where can I stay near Ballan?

There are 31+ hotels available in Ballan.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Ballan Stationtrain Ballarat
18 min
$8–11
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Ballan Station/Atkinson Stbus Ballarat
34 min
$1–12
Drive 36.5 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Ballancar 36.5 km
27 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballarat to Ballantaxi 36.5 km
27 min
$85–110

Ballarat to Ballan by train

205Weekly Trains

18 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 34.4 km
Duration: 18 min

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

V/Line operates a train from Ballarat Station to Ballan Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–11 and the journey takes 18 min. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Ballan Station/Atkinson St twice daily. Tickets cost $1–12 and the journey takes 34 min. Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus also services this route every 3 hours.

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