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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Mentone is to train and bus which costs $14 - $18 and takes 4h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Mentone is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Mentone?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Mentone. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Rogers St/Balcombe Rd via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Mentone?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Mentone station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Mentone Station via Footscray Station and Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Mentone?

The distance between Ballarat and Mentone is 138 km. The road distance is 133.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Mentone without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs $14 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Ballarat to Mentone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Mentone bus from?

Ballarat to Mentone bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, depart from Ballarat station.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Mentone train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Mentone?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Mentone is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs $14 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 and takes 3h 42m.

Where does the Ballarat to Mentone bus arrive?

Ballarat to Mentone bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, arrive at Melbourne Airport station.

Where does the Ballarat to Mentone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Mentone?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Mentone is 133 km. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Ballarat to Mentone.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ballarat to Mentone?

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

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

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1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Footscray Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Mentone Stationtrain Frankston
2h 22m
$15–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Melbourne Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Rogers St/Balcombe Rdbus Frankston - Melbourne Airport
3h 42m
$80
Drive 133.4 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Mentonecar 133.4 km
1h 35m
$24–35
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Sunshine Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Rogers St/Balcombe Rdbus 903
4h 59m
$15–18

Ballarat to Mentone by train

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Distance: 138.3 km
Duration: 2h 22m

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

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Mentone Station via Footscray Station and Flinders Street Station in around 2h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat to Rogers St/Balcombe Rd via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr in around 3h 42m.

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