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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Cranbourne is to train which costs $14 - $18 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Cranbourne is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Cranbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Cranbourne station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Cranbourne Station via Footscray Station and Town Hall Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Cranbourne?

The distance between Ballarat and Cranbourne is 159 km. The road distance is 162.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Cranbourne without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs $14 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Ballarat to Cranbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Cranbourne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Cranbourne train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Cranbourne?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Cranbourne is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs $14 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7 - $23 and takes 7h 28m.

Where does the Ballarat to Cranbourne bus arrive?

Ballarat to Cranbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Sunshine Station/City Pl.

Where does the Ballarat to Cranbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Cranbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Cranbourne is 163 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Ballarat to Cranbourne.

Where can I stay near Cranbourne?

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Ballarat to Cranbourne - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Cranbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat station to Cranbourne. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St and arriving at Cranbourne Park SC/Lyall St via Sunshine Station/Dickson St, Chadstone Shopping Centre/Eastern Access Rd and Dandenong Station/Foster St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Footscray Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Cranbourne Stationtrain Cranbourne
2h 43m
$15–18
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Sunshine Station/City Plbus Ballarat
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Chadstone Shopping Centre/Eastern Access Rdbus 903
7h 28m
$8–22
Drive 162.6 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Cranbournecar 162.6 km
1h 52m
$30–43

Ballarat to Cranbourne by train

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Distance: 158.8 km
Duration: 2h 43m

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

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Cranbourne Station via Footscray Station and Town Hall Station in around 2h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Cranbourne Park SC/Lyall St via Sunshine Station/City Pl, Sunshine Station/Dickson St, Chadstone Shopping Centre/Eastern Access Rd, and Dandenong Station/Foster St in around 7h 28m.

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