What is the cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Miners Rest?

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Miners Rest is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 11 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballarat to Miners Rest?

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Miners Rest is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Miners Rest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Stockland SC/Gillies St N and arriving at Miners Rest SC/Howe St. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Ballarat to Miners Rest?

The distance between Ballarat and Miners Rest is 7 km. The road distance is 12.2 km.

How do I travel from Ballarat to Miners Rest without a car?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Miners Rest without a car is to bus which takes 14 min and costs $2 - $6.

How long does it take to get from Ballarat to Miners Rest?

The bus from Stockland SC/Gillies St N to Miners Rest SC/Howe St takes 14 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Miners Rest bus from?

Ballarat to Miners Rest bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Stockland SC/Gillies St N station.

Where does the Ballarat to Miners Rest bus arrive?

Ballarat to Miners Rest bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Miners Rest SC/Howe St station.

Can I drive from Ballarat to Miners Rest?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Miners Rest is 12 km. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Ballarat to Miners Rest.

Where can I stay near Miners Rest?

There are 218+ hotels available in Miners Rest.

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There are 3 ways to get from Ballarat to Miners Rest by bus, taxi, or car

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1. Take the bus from Stockland SC/Gillies St N to Miners Rest SC/Howe Stbus 31
14 min
$2–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballarat to Miners Resttaxi 12.2 km
11 min
$30–40
Drive 12.2 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Miners Restcar 12.2 km
11 min
$3–4

Ballarat to Miners Rest by bus

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Distance: 6.9 km
Duration: 14 min

What companies run services between Ballarat, VIC, Australia and Miners Rest, VIC, Australia?

Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Stockland SC/Gillies St N to Miners Rest SC/Howe St hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 14 min. Regional Transit also services this route twice a week.

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