What is the cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Malvern East?

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Malvern East is to train which costs $14 - $18 and takes 1h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballarat to Malvern East?

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Malvern East is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Malvern East?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Malvern East. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Malvern East?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Malvern East station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Caulfield Station via Footscray Station and Town Hall Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Malvern East?

The distance between Ballarat and Malvern East is 125 km. The road distance is 120.7 km.

How do I travel from Ballarat to Malvern East without a car?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Malvern East without a car is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs $14 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Ballarat to Malvern East?

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Ballarat to Malvern East, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Malvern East bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Malvern East train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Malvern East?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Malvern East is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs $14 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $107 - $111 and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Ballarat to Malvern East bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Malvern East train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Malvern East?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Malvern East is 121 km. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Ballarat to Malvern East.

Where can I stay near Malvern East?

There are 5236+ hotels available in Malvern East.

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There are 3 ways to get from Ballarat to Malvern East by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Footscray Stationtrain Ballarat
1h 54m
$15–18
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1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
2h 5m
$107–111
Drive 120.7 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Malvern Eastcar 120.7 km
1h 30m
$22–32

Ballarat to Malvern East by train

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Distance: 125.5 km
Duration: 1h 54m

What companies run services between Ballarat, VIC, Australia and Malvern East, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Ballarat Station to Footscray Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 18m. Alternatively, Firefly Express operates a bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminal once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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