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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Keysborough is to train which costs $18 and takes 2h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Keysborough is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Keysborough?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Keysborough station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Noble Park Station via Footscray Station and Town Hall Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Keysborough?

The distance between Ballarat and Keysborough is 145 km. The road distance is 142.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Keysborough without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Ballarat to Keysborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Keysborough bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Keysborough train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Keysborough?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Keysborough is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $86 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Ballarat to Keysborough bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Keysborough train arrive?

Ballarat to Keysborough train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Footscray Station.

Can I drive from Ballarat to Keysborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Keysborough is 143 km. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Ballarat to Keysborough.

Where can I stay near Keysborough?

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

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

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Keysborough. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Parkmore SC/Cheltenham Rd via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and Southland Shopping Centre/Karen St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

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

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1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Footscray Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Noble Park Stationtrain Pakenham / ...
2h 36m
$18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Melbourne Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Southland Shopping Centre/Karen Stbus Frankston - Melbourne Airport
4h 20m
$86
Drive 142.7 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Keysboroughcar 142.7 km
1h 44m
$26–38
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Sunshine Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to South Rd/Warrigal Rdbus 903
5h 46m
$18

Ballarat to Keysborough by train and bus

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Distance: 144.7 km
Duration: 2h 36m

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

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Kingsclere Ave/Bloomfield Rd via Footscray Station, Town Hall Station, Noble Park Station, and Noble Park Station/Mons Pde in around 2h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat to Parkmore SC/Cheltenham Rd via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and Southland Shopping Centre/Karen St in around 4h 20m.

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