What is the cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Blue Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Blue Lake is to bus which costs $13 - $40 and takes 4h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballarat to Blue Lake?

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Blue Lake is to drive which takes 3h 41m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Blue Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat station to Blue Lake. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St and arriving at Tourist Information Centre/Jubilee Hwy East via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Blue Lake?

The distance between Ballarat and Blue Lake is 315 km. The road distance is 305.2 km.

How do I travel from Ballarat to Blue Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Blue Lake without a car is to bus which takes 4h 15m and costs $13 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Ballarat to Blue Lake?

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Ballarat to Blue Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Blue Lake bus from?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Blue Lake bus arrive?

Ballarat to Blue Lake bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Tourist Information Centre/Jubilee Hwy East station.

What is the time difference between Ballarat and Blue Lake?

Blue Lake is 30 min behind Ballarat. It is currently 5:14 PM in Ballarat and 4:44 PM in Blue Lake.

Can I drive from Ballarat to Blue Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Blue Lake is 305 km. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Ballarat to Blue Lake.

Where can I stay near Blue Lake?

There are 83+ hotels available in Blue Lake.

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There are 3 ways to get from Ballarat to Blue Lake by bus, car, train, or plane

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1. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Tourist Information Centre/Jubilee Hwy Eastbus Coach
4h 15m
$13–40
Drive 305.2 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Blue Lakecar 305.2 km
3h 41m
$55–79
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Melton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Mount Gambier Airport (MGB)plane MEL - MGB
4h 46m
$231–359

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Mount Gambier Airport (MGB) flights

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1h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 315.2 km
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Ballarat, VIC, Australia and Blue Lake, SA, Australia?

V-Line Buses operates a bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Tourist Information Centre/Jubilee Hwy East 5 times a week. Tickets cost $4–29 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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