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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Kilsyth is to train which costs $20 - $24 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Kilsyth is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Kilsyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Kilsyth. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Kilsyth Primary School/Mt Dandenong Rd via King St/Lonsdale St and Croydon Station/Railway Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Kilsyth?

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

How far is it from Ballarat to Kilsyth?

The distance between Ballarat and Kilsyth is 149 km. The road distance is 143.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Kilsyth without a car is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs $20 - $24.

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

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Kilsyth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Kilsyth train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Kilsyth?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Kilsyth is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs $20 - $24. Alternatively, you can bus and line 907 bus, which costs $113 - $117 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Ballarat to Kilsyth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Kilsyth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Kilsyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Kilsyth is 143 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Ballarat to Kilsyth.

Where can I stay near Kilsyth?

There are 817+ hotels available in Kilsyth.

Ballarat to Kilsyth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 907 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ballarat to Kilsyth 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 Croydon Stationtrain Lilydale
3h 3m
$21–24
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
3h 30m
$113–117
Drive 143.4 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Kilsythcar 143.4 km
1h 48m
$26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Melbourne Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd to Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwybus 901
5h 20m
$64

Ballarat to Kilsyth by train and bus

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Distance: 149.3 km
Duration: 3h 3m

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

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Kilsyth Primary School/Mt Dandenong Rd via Southern Cross Station, Croydon Station, and Croydon Station/Railway Ave in around 3h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat to Kilsyth Primary School/Mt Dandenong Rd via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, King St/Lonsdale St, Mitcham Station/Colombo St, Mitcham Station, Croydon Station, and Croydon Station/Railway Ave in around 3h 30m.

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