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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Oakleigh is to train and bus which costs $14 - $18 and takes 4h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Oakleigh is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Oakleigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Oakleigh station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Oakleigh Station/Portman St via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and Box Hill Bus Station/Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Oakleigh?

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

How far is it from Ballarat to Oakleigh?

The distance between Ballarat and Oakleigh is 130 km. The road distance is 126.8 km.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Oakleigh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Oakleigh train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Oakleigh?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Oakleigh is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs $14 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus and line 903 bus, which costs $86 and takes 4h 4m.

Where does the Ballarat to Oakleigh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Oakleigh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Oakleigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Oakleigh is 127 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Ballarat to Oakleigh.

Where can I stay near Oakleigh?

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Ballarat to Oakleigh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 903 bus, and car

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

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1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Footscray Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 2m
$15–18
Bus, line 903 bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Melbourne Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Box Hill Bus Station/Station Stbus
3. Take the bus from Box Hill Bus Station/Station St to Oakleigh Station/Portman Stbus 903
4h 4m
$86
Drive 126.8 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Oakleighcar 126.8 km
1h 36m
$23–33
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Sunshine Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Oakleigh Station/Portman Stbus 903
4h 32m
$15–18

Ballarat to Oakleigh by train

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Distance: 130.3 km
Duration: 2h 2m

What companies run services between Ballarat, VIC, Australia and Oakleigh, 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 Oakleigh Station/Portman St via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and Box Hill Bus Station/Station St in around 4h 4m.

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