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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Kilmore is to train which costs $22 - $30 and takes 3h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Kilmore is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Kilmore?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Kilmore. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Victoria Pde/Union St via Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd, Broadmeadows Station/Pascoe Vale Rd and Kilmore East Station/O'Gradys Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Kilmore?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Kilmore station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Kilmore East Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Kilmore?

The distance between Ballarat and Kilmore is 180 km. The road distance is 130.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Kilmore without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs $22 - $30.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Ballarat to Kilmore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Kilmore bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Kilmore train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Kilmore?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Kilmore is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs $22 - $30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $80 and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Ballarat to Kilmore bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Kilmore train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Kilmore?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Kilmore is 130 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Ballarat to Kilmore.

Where can I stay near Kilmore?

There are 54+ hotels available in Kilmore.

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There are 3 ways to get from Ballarat to Kilmore 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 Kilmore East Stationtrain Seymour
3h 56m
$23–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Melbourne Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Broadmeadows Station/Pascoe Vale Rd to Kilmore East Station/O'Gradys Rdbus Seymour
4h 13m
$65–77
Drive 130.3 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Kilmorecar 130.3 km
1h 52m
$24–34

Ballarat to Kilmore by train and bus

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3h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 179.8 km
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Victoria Pde/Union St via Southern Cross Station, Kilmore East Station, and Kilmore East Station/O'Gradys Rd in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat to Victoria Pde/Union St via Melbourne Airport, Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd, Broadmeadows Station/Pascoe Vale Rd, and Kilmore East Station/O'Gradys Rd in around 4h 13m.

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