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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Dandenong North is to train and bus which costs $14 - $18 and takes 6h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Dandenong North is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Dandenong North?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Dandenong North station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Dandenong Station via Footscray Station and Town Hall Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Dandenong North?

The distance between Ballarat and Dandenong North is 149 km. The road distance is 139.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Dandenong North without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs $20 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Ballarat to Dandenong North, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Dandenong North train from?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Dandenong North train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Dandenong North?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Dandenong North is 139 km. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Ballarat to Dandenong North.

Where can I stay near Dandenong North?

There are 933+ hotels available in Dandenong North.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Ballarat to Dandenong North 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 Dandenong Stationtrain Pakenham / ...
2h 55m
$21–24
Train, bus
cheapest
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
6h 12m
$15–18
Drive 139.4 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Dandenong Northcar 139.4 km
1h 46m
$25–36
Train, line 850 bus
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Glen Waverley Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Glen Waverley Station/Railway Pde to Curtin Cres/Menzies Avebus 850
3h 40m
$21–24

Ballarat to Dandenong North by train and bus

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2h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 148.6 km
Duration: 2h 55m

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

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Curtin Cres/Menzies Ave via Footscray Station, Town Hall Station, Dandenong Station, and Dandenong Station/Foster St in around 2h 55m.

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