What is the cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Bolte Bridge?

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Bolte Bridge is to train which costs $8 - $12 and takes 2h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballarat to Bolte Bridge?

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Bolte Bridge is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Bolte Bridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Bolte Bridge. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Ingles St/Lorimer St via Southern Cross Station/Collins St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Bolte Bridge?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ballarat Station station and arriving at Southern Cross Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Bolte Bridge?

The distance between Ballarat and Bolte Bridge is 116 km. The road distance is 112 km.

How do I travel from Ballarat to Bolte Bridge without a car?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Bolte Bridge without a car is to train via Ingles St/Lorimer St which takes 1h 43m and costs $14 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Ballarat to Bolte Bridge?

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Ballarat to Bolte Bridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Bolte Bridge bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Bolte Bridge train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Bolte Bridge?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Bolte Bridge is to train via Ingles St/Lorimer St which takes 1h 43m and costs $14 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $69 - $72 and takes 1h 55m.

Where does the Ballarat to Bolte Bridge bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Bolte Bridge train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Bolte Bridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Bolte Bridge is 112 km. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Ballarat to Bolte Bridge.

Where can I stay near Bolte Bridge?

There are 5343+ hotels available in Bolte Bridge.

Ballarat to Bolte Bridge - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Train via Ingles St/Lorimer St
best
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
1h 43m
$15–18
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 1m
$8–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
1h 55m
$69–72
Drive 112 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Bolte Bridgecar 112 km
1h 15m
$20–29

Ballarat to Bolte Bridge by train, bus, and foot

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1h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 116.2 km
Duration: 1h 43m

What companies run services between Ballarat, VIC, Australia and Bolte Bridge, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Alternatively, Firefly Express operates a bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminal once daily. Tickets cost $63–66 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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