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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Donvale is to train which costs $20 - $24 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Donvale is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Donvale?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Donvale. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Donvale Reserve/Mitcham Rd via King St/Lonsdale St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Donvale?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Donvale station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Nunawading Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Donvale?

The distance between Ballarat and Donvale is 134 km. The road distance is 130.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Donvale without a car is to bus which takes 2h 31m and costs $69 - $72.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Ballarat to Donvale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Donvale bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Donvale train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Donvale?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Donvale is to bus which takes 2h 31m and costs $69 - $72. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $20 - $24 and takes 2h 31m.

Where does the Ballarat to Donvale bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Donvale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Donvale?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Donvale is 131 km. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Ballarat to Donvale.

Where can I stay near Donvale?

There are 5151+ hotels available in Donvale.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Ballarat to Donvale by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
2. Take the bus from King St/Lonsdale St to Donvale Reserve/Mitcham Rdbus 907
2h 31m
$69–72
Train
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1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Nunawading Stationtrain Belgrave / ...
2h 31m
$21–24
Drive 130.9 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Donvalecar 130.9 km
1h 39m
$24–34
Bus via Melbourne
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Melbourne Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Box Hill Bus Station/Station Stbus Box Hill - Melbourne Airport
3h 51m
$86

Ballarat to Donvale by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

2h 31mAverage Duration

$69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 134.2 km
Duration: 2h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Ballarat to Donvale Reserve/Mitcham Rd via Southern Cross Coach Terminal and King St/Lonsdale St in around 2h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ballarat Station to Pinetree Ret Village/Springvale Rd via Southern Cross Station, Nunawading Station, and Nunawading Station/Station St in around 2h 31m.

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