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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Footscray is to train which costs $8 - $12 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Footscray is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Footscray?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St station and arriving at Footscray Station/Irving St station. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Footscray?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ballarat Station station and arriving at Footscray Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Footscray?

The distance between Ballarat and Footscray is 108 km. The road distance is 103.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Footscray without a car is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs $8 - $12.

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

The train from Ballarat Station to Footscray Station takes 1h 18m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Footscray bus from?

Ballarat to Footscray bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Footscray train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Footscray?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Footscray is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs $8 - $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1 - $17 and takes 2h 31m.

Where does the Ballarat to Footscray bus arrive?

Ballarat to Footscray bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Footscray Station/Irving St.

Where does the Ballarat to Footscray train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Footscray?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Footscray is 104 km. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Ballarat to Footscray.

Where can I stay near Footscray?

There are 5264+ hotels available in Footscray.

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Footscray Stationtrain Ballarat
1h 18m
$8–12
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Footscray Station/Irving Stbus Ballarat
2h 31m
$1–17
Drive 103.8 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Footscraycar 103.8 km
1h 12m
$19–27

Ballarat to Footscray by train

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Distance: 108 km
Duration: 1h 18m

What companies run services between Ballarat, VIC, Australia and Footscray, 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, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Footscray Station/Irving St every 4 hours. Tickets cost $1–17 and the journey takes 2h 31m.

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