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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Dandenong is to train and bus which costs $14 - $18 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Dandenong is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Dandenong?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Dandenong station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Yarraman Station via Southern Cross Station/Collins St #D14 and Town Hall Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Dandenong?

The distance between Ballarat and Dandenong is 142 km. The road distance is 140.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Dandenong without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs $20 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Ballarat to Dandenong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Dandenong train from?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Dandenong train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Dandenong?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Dandenong is 140 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Ballarat to Dandenong.

Where can I stay near Dandenong?

There are 936+ hotels available in Dandenong.

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Yarraman Stationtrain Cranbourne / ...
2h 22m
$21–24
Train, bus
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1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Sunshine Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Oakleigh Station/Portman Stbus 903
5h 28m
$15–18
Drive 140.1 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Dandenongcar 140.1 km
1h 47m
$26–37

Ballarat to Dandenong by train and tram

206Weekly Services

2h 22mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 142.1 km
Duration: 2h 22m

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

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Yarraman Station via Southern Cross Station, Southern Cross Station/Collins St #D14, Melbourne Town Hall/Collins St #6, and Town Hall Station in around 2h 22m.

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