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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Heidelberg is to train and line 903 bus which costs $14 - $18 and takes 3h 10m.

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

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

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Heidelberg?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Heidelberg station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Heidelberg Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Heidelberg?

The distance between Ballarat and Heidelberg is 129 km. The road distance is 118.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Heidelberg without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs $14 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Ballarat to Heidelberg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Heidelberg bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Heidelberg train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Heidelberg?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Heidelberg is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs $14 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $86 and takes 3h 37m.

Where does the Ballarat to Heidelberg bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Heidelberg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Heidelberg?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Heidelberg is 119 km. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Ballarat to Heidelberg.

Where can I stay near Heidelberg?

There are 5211+ hotels available in Heidelberg.

Ballarat to Heidelberg - 4 ways to travel via train, line 903 bus, car, and bus

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

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Heidelberg. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Cape St/Burgundy St via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

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There are 4 ways to get from Ballarat to Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg Stationtrain Hurstbridge
2h 9m
$15–18
Train, line 903 bus
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Sunshine Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Cape St/Burgundy Stbus 903
3h 10m
$15–18
Drive 118.7 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Heidelbergcar 118.7 km
1h 28m
$22–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Melbourne Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rdbus Box Hill - Melbourne Airport
3h 37m
$86

Ballarat to Heidelberg by train

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Distance: 128.5 km
Duration: 2h 9m

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

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Heidelberg Station via Southern Cross Station in around 2h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat to Cape St/Burgundy St via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd in around 3h 37m.

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