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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Dandenong South is to train via Dandenong Station/Foster St which costs $20 - $24 and takes 3h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Dandenong South is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Dandenong South?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Dandenong South. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Quality Dr/Frankston-Dandenong Rd via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and Frankston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Dandenong South?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Dandenong South 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 3h 13m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Dandenong South?

The distance between Ballarat and Dandenong South is 152 km. The road distance is 146.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Dandenong South without a car is to train via Dandenong Station/Foster St which takes 3h 13m and costs $20 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Ballarat to Dandenong South, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Dandenong South bus from?

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

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

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Dandenong South?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Dandenong South is to train via Dandenong Station/Foster St which takes 3h 13m and costs $20 - $24. Alternatively, you can bus via Frankston, which costs $86 and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Ballarat to Dandenong South bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Dandenong South train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Dandenong South?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Dandenong South is 146 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Ballarat to Dandenong South.

Where can I stay near Dandenong South?

There are 770+ hotels available in Dandenong South.

Ballarat to Dandenong South - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Ballarat to Dandenong South by train, bus, or car

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Train via Dandenong Station/Foster St
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1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Footscray Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Dandenong Stationtrain Pakenham / ...
3h 13m
$21–24
Bus via Frankston
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Melbourne Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Frankstonbus Frankston - Melbourne Airport
4h 51m
$86
Drive 146.2 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Dandenong Southcar 146.2 km
1h 52m
$26–38
Train
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Footscray Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Lynbrook Stationtrain Cranbourne
3h 21m
$21–24
Train, line 901 bus
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the bus from Blackburn Station/Railway Rd to Healey Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rdbus 901
3h 59m
$21–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Melbourne Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd to Healey Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rdbus 901
5h 49m
$58

Ballarat to Dandenong South by train and bus

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Distance: 152.2 km
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Healey Rd/Kitchen Rd via Footscray Station, Town Hall Station, Dandenong Station, and Dandenong Station/Foster St in around 3h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat to Quality Dr/Frankston-Dandenong Rd via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and Frankston in around 4h 51m.

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