What is the cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Crown Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Crown Melbourne is to train which costs $8 - $12 and takes 1h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballarat to Crown Melbourne?

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

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Crown Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ballarat and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Crown Melbourne?

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 Crown Melbourne?

The distance between Ballarat and Crown Melbourne is 115 km. The road distance is 110.6 km.

How do I travel from Ballarat to Crown Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Crown Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs $8 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Ballarat to Crown Melbourne?

The train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Station takes 1h 28m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Crown Melbourne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Crown Melbourne train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Crown Melbourne?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Crown Melbourne is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs $8 - $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $99 and takes 1h 50m.

Where does the Ballarat to Crown Melbourne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Crown Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Crown Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Crown Melbourne is 111 km. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Ballarat to Crown Melbourne.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ballarat to Crown Melbourne?

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Where can I stay near Crown Melbourne?

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

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

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1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
1h 44m
$8–12
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1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
1h 50m
$95–99
Drive 110.6 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Crown Melbournecar 110.6 km
1h 20m
$20–29

Ballarat to Crown Melbourne by train and foot

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Distance: 114.5 km
Duration: 1h 44m

What companies run services between Ballarat, VIC, Australia and Crown Melbourne, 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 $95–99 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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