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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Eildon is to train and bus which costs $20 - $24 and takes 5h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Eildon is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Eildon?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Eildon. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Eildon SC/Main St via King St/Lonsdale St, Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd and Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Eildon?

The distance between Ballarat and Eildon is 279 km. The road distance is 242.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Eildon without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 53m and costs $20 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Ballarat to Eildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Eildon bus from?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Eildon bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Eildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Eildon is 243 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Ballarat to Eildon.

Where can I stay near Eildon?

There are 66+ hotels available in Eildon.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Lilydale Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Lilydale Station/Main St to Eildon SC/Main Stbus 684
5h 53m
$21–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
2. Take the bus from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy to Eildon SC/Main Stbus 684
6h 29m
$107–111
Drive 242.7 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Eildoncar 242.7 km
3h 6m
$44–63

Ballarat to Eildon by train and bus

7Weekly Services

5h 53mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 278.7 km
Duration: 5h 53m

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

You can take a bus from Ballarat to Eildon SC/Main St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, King St/Lonsdale St, Mitcham Station/Colombo St, Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd, and Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy in around 6h 29m.

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