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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Carlton is to train which costs $14 - $18 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Carlton is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Carlton?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Carlton. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Faraday St/Lygon St via Bourke St/Queen St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Carlton?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Carlton station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Parkville Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Carlton?

The distance between Ballarat and Carlton is 113 km. The road distance is 110.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Carlton without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs $14 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Ballarat to Carlton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Carlton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Carlton train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Carlton?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Carlton is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs $14 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $101 - $105 and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Ballarat to Carlton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Carlton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Carlton?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Carlton is 110 km. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Ballarat to Carlton.

Where can I stay near Carlton?

There are 5330+ hotels available in Carlton.

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

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1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Footscray Stationtrain Ballarat
1h 30m
$15–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
2h 5m
$101–105
Drive 110.4 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Carltoncar 110.4 km
1h 20m
$20–29

Ballarat to Carlton by train

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Distance: 113.3 km
Duration: 1h 30m

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

V/Line operates a train from Ballarat Station to Footscray Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 18m. Alternatively, Firefly Express operates a bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminal once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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