What is the cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Hoddles Creek?

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Hoddles Creek is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 2h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballarat to Hoddles Creek?

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Hoddles Creek is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Hoddles Creek?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Hoddles Creek. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Allsops Rd/Warburton Hwy via King St/Lonsdale St, Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd, Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy and Chirnside Park SC/Maroondah Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Hoddles Creek?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Hoddles Creek station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Lilydale Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Hoddles Creek?

The distance between Ballarat and Hoddles Creek is 181 km. The road distance is 173.7 km.

How do I travel from Ballarat to Hoddles Creek without a car?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Hoddles Creek without a car is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs $75 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Ballarat to Hoddles Creek?

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Ballarat to Hoddles Creek, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Hoddles Creek bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Hoddles Creek train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Hoddles Creek?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Hoddles Creek is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs $75 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 907 bus, which costs $125 - $140 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Ballarat to Hoddles Creek bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Hoddles Creek train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Hoddles Creek?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Hoddles Creek is 174 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Ballarat to Hoddles Creek.

Where can I stay near Hoddles Creek?

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Ballarat to Hoddles Creek - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 907 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Ballarat to Hoddles Creek by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Lilydale Stationtrain Lilydale
3h 22m
$80–103
Drive 173.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballarat to Hoddles Creekcar 173.7 km
2h 17m
$32–45
Bus, line 907 bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
2. Take the bus from King St/Lonsdale St to Mitcham Station/Colombo Stbus 907
5h 10m
$129–138
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 Box Hill - Melbourne Airport
5h 13m
$114–119

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Distance: 180.6 km
Duration: 3h 22m

What companies run services between Ballarat, VIC, Australia and Hoddles Creek, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Hoddles Creek via Southern Cross Station and Lilydale Station in around 3h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat to Hoddles Creek via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, King St/Lonsdale St, Mitcham Station/Colombo St, Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd, Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy, Chirnside Park SC/Maroondah Hwy, and Allsops Rd/Warburton Hwy in around 5h 10m.

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