What is the cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Lake Eildon?

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Lake Eildon is to train and bus which costs $30 - $40 and takes 5h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballarat to Lake Eildon?

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Lake Eildon is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Lake Eildon?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Lake Eildon. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Eildon SC/Main St via King St/Lonsdale St, Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd and Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Lake Eildon?

The distance between Ballarat and Lake Eildon is 309 km. The road distance is 245.1 km.

How do I travel from Ballarat to Lake Eildon without a car?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Lake Eildon without a car is to train and bus via Seymour which takes 5h 53m and costs $80 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Ballarat to Lake Eildon?

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Ballarat to Lake Eildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Lake Eildon bus from?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Lake Eildon bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Lake Eildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Lake Eildon is 245 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Ballarat to Lake Eildon.

Where can I stay near Lake Eildon?

There are 182+ hotels available in Lake Eildon.

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

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

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Train, bus via Seymour
best
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Seymour Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Seymour Station/Railway Pl to Bayley St/Nihil Stbus
5h 53m
$83–118
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Lilydale Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Lilydale Station/Main St to Eildon SC/Main Stbus 684
5h 56m
$33–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
2. Take the bus from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy to Eildon SC/Main Stbus 684
6h 32m
$119–126
Drive 245.1 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Lake Eildoncar 245.1 km
3h 9m
$44–64

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Distance: 309 km
Duration: 5h 53m

What companies run services between Ballarat, VIC, Australia and Lake Eildon, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Ballarat to Lake Eildon via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, King St/Lonsdale St, Mitcham Station/Colombo St, Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd, Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy, and Eildon SC/Main St in around 6h 32m.

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