What is the cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Ferntree Gully?

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Ferntree Gully is to train which costs $14 - $18 and takes 2h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballarat to Ferntree Gully?

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Ferntree Gully is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Ferntree Gully?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Ferntree Gully. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Forest Rd/Burwood Hwy via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and Box Hill Bus Station/Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Ferntree Gully?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Ferntree Gully station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Ferntree Gully Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Ferntree Gully?

The distance between Ballarat and Ferntree Gully is 151 km. The road distance is 145.4 km.

How do I travel from Ballarat to Ferntree Gully without a car?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Ferntree Gully without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs $14 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Ballarat to Ferntree Gully?

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Ballarat to Ferntree Gully, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Ferntree Gully bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Ferntree Gully train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Ferntree Gully?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Ferntree Gully is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs $14 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus and line 732 bus, which costs $86 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Ballarat to Ferntree Gully bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Ferntree Gully train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Ferntree Gully?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Ferntree Gully is 145 km. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Ballarat to Ferntree Gully.

Where can I stay near Ferntree Gully?

There are 863+ hotels available in Ferntree Gully.

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There are 3 ways to get from Ballarat to Ferntree Gully 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 Ferntree Gully Stationtrain Belgrave
2h 50m
$15–18
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 Forest Rd/Burwood Hwybus 732
4h 20m
$86
Drive 145.4 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Ferntree Gullycar 145.4 km
1h 44m
$27–38

Ballarat to Ferntree Gully by train

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2h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 150.5 km
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Ballarat, VIC, Australia and Ferntree Gully, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Ferntree Gully Station via Southern Cross Station in around 2h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat to Forest Rd/Burwood Hwy via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and Box Hill Bus Station/Station St in around 4h 20m.

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