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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Frankston is to train which costs $14 - $18 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Frankston is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Frankston?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Frankston. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Quest/435-437 Nepean Hwy via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Frankston?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Frankston station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Frankston Station via Southern Cross Station and Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Frankston?

The distance between Ballarat and Frankston is 157 km. The road distance is 153 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Frankston without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs $14 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Ballarat to Frankston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Frankston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Frankston train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Frankston?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Frankston is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs $14 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Ballarat to Frankston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Frankston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Frankston?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Frankston is 153 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Ballarat to Frankston.

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

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

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1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Frankston Stationtrain Frankston
2h 48m
$15–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Melbourne Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Quest/435-437 Nepean Hwybus Frankston - Melbourne Airport
4h 11m
$80
Drive 153 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Frankstoncar 153 km
1h 56m
$28–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Sunshine Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Mordialloc SC/Centre Waybus 903
5h 45m
$21–24

Ballarat to Frankston by train

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Distance: 157.4 km
Duration: 2h 48m

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

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Frankston Station via Southern Cross Station and Flinders Street Station in around 2h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat to Quest/435-437 Nepean Hwy via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr in around 4h 11m.

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