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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Craigieburn is to train which costs $12 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Craigieburn is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Craigieburn?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Craigieburn station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Craigieburn Station/Walters St via Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd and Broadmeadows Station/Pascoe Vale Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Craigieburn?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Craigieburn station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Craigieburn Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Craigieburn?

The distance between Ballarat and Craigieburn is 139 km. The road distance is 119.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Craigieburn without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Ballarat to Craigieburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Craigieburn bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Craigieburn train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Craigieburn?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Craigieburn is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $64 and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Ballarat to Craigieburn bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Craigieburn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Craigieburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Craigieburn is 120 km. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Ballarat to Craigieburn.

Where can I stay near Craigieburn?

There are 3414+ hotels available in Craigieburn.

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There are 3 ways to get from Ballarat to Craigieburn 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 Southern Cross Station to Craigieburn Stationtrain Craigieburn
2h 26m
$12
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1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Melbourne Airportbus
2h 41m
$64
Drive 119.5 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Craigieburncar 119.5 km
1h 25m
$26–37

Ballarat to Craigieburn by train

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Distance: 139.2 km
Duration: 2h 26m

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

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Craigieburn Station via Southern Cross Station in around 2h 26m. Alternatively, Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus operates a bus from Ballarat to Melbourne Airport every 3 hours. Tickets cost $52 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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