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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Cheltenham is to train and bus which costs $14 - $18 and takes 5h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Cheltenham is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Southland Shopping Centre/Karen St via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Cheltenham station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Cheltenham Station via Southern Cross Station and Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Cheltenham?

The distance between Ballarat and Cheltenham is 136 km. The road distance is 132.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Cheltenham without a car is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs $14 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Ballarat to Cheltenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Cheltenham bus from?

Ballarat to Cheltenham bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, depart from Ballarat station.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Cheltenham train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Cheltenham is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs $14 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 and takes 3h 37m.

Where does the Ballarat to Cheltenham bus arrive?

Ballarat to Cheltenham bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, arrive at Melbourne Airport station.

Where does the Ballarat to Cheltenham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Cheltenham is 133 km. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Ballarat to Cheltenham.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ballarat to Cheltenham?

Book your Ballarat to Cheltenham bus tickets online with 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

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

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

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1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Cheltenham Stationtrain Frankston
2h 17m
$15–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Melbourne Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Southland Shopping Centre/Karen Stbus Frankston - Melbourne Airport
3h 37m
$80
Drive 132.9 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Cheltenhamcar 132.9 km
1h 35m
$24–35
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Sunshine Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Mentone Station/Como Pdebus 903
5h 1m
$15–18

Ballarat to Cheltenham by train

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Distance: 135.8 km
Duration: 2h 17m

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

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Cheltenham Station via Southern Cross Station and Flinders Street Station in around 2h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat to Southland Shopping Centre/Karen St via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr in around 3h 37m.

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