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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Elsternwick is to train which costs $14 - $18 and takes 2h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Elsternwick is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Elsternwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Elsternwick station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Elsternwick Station/Horne St via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Elsternwick?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Elsternwick station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Elsternwick Station via Footscray Station and Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Elsternwick?

The distance between Ballarat and Elsternwick is 125 km. The road distance is 121.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Elsternwick without a car is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs $14 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Ballarat to Elsternwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Elsternwick bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Elsternwick train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Elsternwick?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Elsternwick is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs $14 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr, which costs $80 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Ballarat to Elsternwick bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Elsternwick train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Elsternwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Elsternwick is 122 km. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Ballarat to Elsternwick.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ballarat to Elsternwick?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Footscray Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 1m
$15–18
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Footscray Station/Irving Stbus Ballarat
3h 30m
$14–29
Bus via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Melbourne Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Elsternwick Station/Horne Stbus Frankston - Melbourne Airport
3h 15m
$80
Drive 121.6 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Elsternwickcar 121.6 km
1h 25m
$22–32

Ballarat to Elsternwick by train

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Distance: 124.6 km
Duration: 2h 1m

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

V/Line operates a train from Ballarat Station to Footscray Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat to Elsternwick Station/Horne St via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr in around 3h 15m.

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