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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Newport is to train which costs $14 - $18 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Newport is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Newport?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Newport. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Elizabeth St/Mason St via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and Sunshine Station/Dickson St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Newport?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Newport station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Newport Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Newport?

The distance between Ballarat and Newport is 113 km. The road distance is 107.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Newport without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs $14 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Ballarat to Newport, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Newport bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Newport train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Newport?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Newport is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs $14 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus and line 471 bus, which costs $86 and takes 3h 6m.

Where does the Ballarat to Newport bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Newport train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Newport?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Newport is 107 km. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Ballarat to Newport.

Where can I stay near Newport?

There are 5217+ hotels available in Newport.

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

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1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Footscray Stationtrain Ballarat
1h 30m
$15–18
Bus, line 471 bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Melbourne Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Elizabeth St/Mason Stbus 471
3h 6m
$86
Drive 107.4 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Newportcar 107.4 km
1h 14m
$19–28

Ballarat to Newport by train

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Distance: 113 km
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Ballarat, VIC, Australia and Newport, 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, you can take a bus from Ballarat to Elizabeth St/Mason St via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and Sunshine Station/Dickson St in around 3h 6m.

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