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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Hawthorn is to train which costs $14 - $18 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Hawthorn is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Hawthorn?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Hawthorn. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Hawthorn?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Hawthorn station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Glenferrie Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Hawthorn?

The distance between Ballarat and Hawthorn is 123 km. The road distance is 116.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Hawthorn without a car is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs $14 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Ballarat to Hawthorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Hawthorn bus from?

Ballarat to Hawthorn bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Ballarat station.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Hawthorn train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Hawthorn?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Hawthorn is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs $14 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $101 - $105 and takes 2h 2m.

Where does the Ballarat to Hawthorn bus arrive?

Ballarat to Hawthorn bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Ballarat to Hawthorn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Hawthorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Hawthorn is 117 km. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Ballarat to Hawthorn.

Where can I stay near Hawthorn?

There are 5269+ hotels available in Hawthorn.

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

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1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
1h 55m
$15–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
2h 2m
$101–105
Drive 116.6 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Hawthorncar 116.6 km
1h 28m
$21–31

Ballarat to Hawthorn by train

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Distance: 122.7 km
Duration: 1h 55m

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

V/Line operates a train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Alternatively, Firefly Express operates a bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminal once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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