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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Healesville is to train which costs $20 - $24 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Healesville is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Healesville?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Healesville station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Lilydale Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Ballarat to Healesville?

The distance between Ballarat and Healesville is 183 km. The road distance is 165.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Healesville without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs $20 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Ballarat to Healesville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Healesville bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Healesville train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Healesville?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Healesville is to train which takes 4h and costs $20 - $24. Alternatively, you can bus and line 271 bus and line 670 bus and line 685 bus, which costs $86 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Ballarat to Healesville bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Healesville train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Healesville?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Healesville is 166 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Ballarat to Healesville.

Where can I stay near Healesville?

There are 267+ hotels available in Healesville.

Ballarat to Healesville - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 271 bus

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

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Healesville. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Maroondah Hwy/Green St via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr, Box Hill Bus Station/Station St, Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy and Lilydale Station/West William St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

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There are 3 ways to get from Ballarat to Healesville 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 Lilydale Stationtrain Lilydale
4h
$21–24
Bus, line 271 bus, line 670 bus, line 685 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 Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwybus 271
4. Take the bus from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy to Lilydale Station/West William Stbus 670 / ...
5. Take the bus from Lilydale Station/West William St to Maroondah Hwy/Green Stbus 685 / ...
6h 20m
$86
Drive 165.6 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Healesvillecar 165.6 km
2h 7m
$30–43

Ballarat to Healesville by train and bus

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Distance: 183.4 km
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Maroondah Hwy/Green St via Southern Cross Station, Lilydale Station, and Lilydale Station/West William St in around 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat to Maroondah Hwy/Green St via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr, Box Hill Bus Station/Station St, Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy, and Lilydale Station/West William St in around 6h 20m.

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