What is the cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Kinglake National Park?

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Kinglake National Park is to train which costs $26 - $30 and takes 4h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballarat to Kinglake National Park?

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Kinglake National Park is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Kinglake National Park?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Kinglake National Park. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Coombs Rd/Yea Rd via Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd, South Morang Station/Civic Dr and Church St/Walnut St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Kinglake National Park?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Kinglake National Park station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Mernda Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Kinglake National Park?

The distance between Ballarat and Kinglake National Park is 174 km. The road distance is 159.9 km.

How do I travel from Ballarat to Kinglake National Park without a car?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Kinglake National Park without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs $26 - $30.

How long does it take to get from Ballarat to Kinglake National Park?

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Ballarat to Kinglake National Park, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Kinglake National Park bus from?

Ballarat to Kinglake National Park bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, depart from Ballarat station.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Kinglake National Park train from?

Ballarat to Kinglake National Park train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Ballarat Station.

Train or bus from Ballarat to Kinglake National Park?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Kinglake National Park is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs $26 - $30. Alternatively, you can bus and line 901 bus, which costs $64 and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the Ballarat to Kinglake National Park bus arrive?

Ballarat to Kinglake National Park bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, arrive at Melbourne Airport station.

Where does the Ballarat to Kinglake National Park train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Kinglake National Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Kinglake National Park is 160 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Ballarat to Kinglake National Park.

Where can I stay near Kinglake National Park?

There are 179+ hotels available in Kinglake National Park.

Ballarat to Kinglake National Park - 3 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Ballarat to Kinglake National Park 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 Mernda Stationtrain Mernda
4h 30m
$27–30
Bus, line 901 bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Melbourne Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd to South Morang Station/Civic Drbus 901
5h 29m
$64
Drive 159.9 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Kinglake National Parkcar 159.9 km
2h 3m
$29–41

Ballarat to Kinglake National Park by train, bus, and foot

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4h 30mAverage Duration

$27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 173.6 km
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Ballarat, VIC, Australia and Kinglake National Park, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Coombs Rd/Yea Rd via Southern Cross Station, Mernda Station, Mernda Station/Bridge Inn Rd, Church St/Walnut St, Walnut St/Church St, and Coombs Rd/Yea Rd in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat to Coombs Rd/Yea Rd via Melbourne Airport, Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd, South Morang Station/Civic Dr, Church St/Walnut St, and Coombs Rd/Yea Rd in around 5h 29m.

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