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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Melton is to train which costs $14 - $18 and takes 1h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Melton is to drive which takes 48 min and costs $13 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Melton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ballarat and arriving at Melton. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Melton?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Melton station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Melton Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Melton?

The distance between Ballarat and Melton is 73 km. The road distance is 72.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Melton without a car is to bus which takes 50 min and costs $95 - $99.

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

The bus from Ballarat to Melton takes 50 min including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Melton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Melton train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Melton?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Melton is to bus which takes 50 min and costs $95 - $99. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $14 - $18 and takes 1h 6m.

Where does the Ballarat to Melton bus arrive?

Ballarat to Melton bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Melton station.

Where does the Ballarat to Melton train arrive?

Ballarat to Melton train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Melton Station.

Can I drive from Ballarat to Melton?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Melton is 73 km. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Ballarat to Melton.

Where can I stay near Melton?

There are 300+ hotels available in Melton.

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There are 5 ways to get from Ballarat to Melton by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Meltonbus Melbourne
50 min
$95–99
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Melton Stationtrain Ballarat
1h 6m
$14–17
Drive 72.9 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Meltoncar 72.9 km
48 min
$14–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballarat to Meltontaxi 72.9 km
48 min
$160–200
Bus, line 458 bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Meltonbus
2. Take the bus from Melton Station/Brooklyn Rd to Melton Bus Interchange/Palmerston Stbus 458 / ...
1h 27m
$52

Ballarat to Melton by bus

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Distance: 73 km
Duration: 50 min

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

Firefly Express operates a bus from Ballarat to Melton once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, V/Line operates a train from Ballarat Station to Melton Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 47 min.

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