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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Malvern is to train and line 6 tram which costs $20 - $24 and takes 2h 14m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Malvern?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Malvern. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at High St/Kooyong Rd via Bourke St/Queen St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Malvern?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Malvern. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Fraser St/High St #46 via Southern Cross Station and Federation Square/Swanston St #13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Malvern?

The distance between Ballarat and Malvern is 123 km. The road distance is 118.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Malvern without a car is to train and line 6 tram which takes 2h 14m and costs $20 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Ballarat to Malvern, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Malvern bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Malvern train from?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Malvern bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Malvern train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Malvern?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Malvern is 119 km. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Ballarat to Malvern.

Where can I stay near Malvern?

There are 5259+ hotels available in Malvern.

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

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Train, line 6 tram
best
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the tram from Federation Square/Swanston St #13 to Fraser St/High St #46tram 6
2h 14m
$21–24
Bus, line 605 bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
2. Take the bus from Bourke St/Queen St to High St/Kooyong Rdbus 605
2h 39m
$101–105
Drive 118.9 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Malverncar 118.9 km
1h 30m
$21–31

Ballarat to Malvern by train and tram

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2h 14mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 123.5 km
Duration: 2h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Ballarat to High St/Kooyong Rd via Southern Cross Coach Terminal and Bourke St/Queen St in around 2h 39m.

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