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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Emerald is to train which costs $20 - $24 and takes 3h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Emerald is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Emerald?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Emerald station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Belgrave Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Emerald?

The distance between Ballarat and Emerald is 168 km. The road distance is 160.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Emerald without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs $20 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Ballarat to Emerald, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Emerald bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Emerald train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Emerald?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Emerald is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs $20 - $24. Alternatively, you can bus and line 732 bus, which costs $86 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Ballarat to Emerald bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Emerald train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Emerald?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Emerald is 161 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Ballarat to Emerald.

Where can I stay near Emerald?

There are 454+ hotels available in Emerald.

Ballarat to Emerald - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 732 bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Emerald?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Emerald. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Emerald Village/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr, Box Hill Bus Station/Station St, Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy and Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

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

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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 Belgrave Stationtrain Belgrave
3h 50m
$21–24
Bus, line 732 bus
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
3. Take the bus from Box Hill Bus Station/Station St to Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwybus 732
5h 41m
$86
Drive 160.7 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Emeraldcar 160.7 km
2h 2m
$29–42

Ballarat to Emerald by train and bus

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3h 50mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.9 km
Duration: 3h 50m

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

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Emerald Village/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd via Southern Cross Station, Belgrave Station, and Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd in around 3h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat to Emerald Village/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr, Box Hill Bus Station/Station St, Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy, and Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd in around 5h 41m.

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