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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Penrith is to train which costs $75 - $280 and takes 14h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Penrith is to train and fly which takes 6h 3m and costs $110 - $310.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Penrith?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Penrith station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Penrith Station via Southern Cross and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 23m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Penrith?

The distance between Ballarat and Penrith is 883 km. The road distance is 909.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Penrith without a car is to train which takes 14h 23m and costs $75 - $280.

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Ballarat to Penrith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Penrith bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Penrith train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Penrith?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Penrith is to train which takes 14h 23m and costs $75 - $280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $190 - $210 and takes 14h 31m.

Where does the Ballarat to Penrith bus arrive?

Ballarat to Penrith bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Ballarat to Penrith train arrive?

Ballarat to Penrith train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Ballarat to Penrith?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Penrith is 910 km. It takes approximately 10h 9m to drive from Ballarat to Penrith.

Where can I stay near Penrith?

There are 305+ hotels available in Penrith.

Ballarat to Penrith - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Penrith?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Penrith station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Station St At Union Lane via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Liverpool Station, Stand C and Western Sydney International Airport, Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 31m.

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There are 7 ways to get from Ballarat to Penrith by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Melbourne Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport, train
best
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Melton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MEL - SYD
3. Take the train from Central Station to Penrith Stationtrain
6h 3m
$115–304
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
3. Take the train from Central Station to Penrith Stationtrain Bmt
14h 23m
$80–272
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Liverpoolbus Sydney
14h 31m
$198–210
Drive 909.8 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Penrithcar 909.8 km
10h 9m
$162–233
Train, train to Avalon Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Deer Park Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Deer Park Station to Lara Stationtrain
3. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane AVV - SYD
4. Take the train from Central Station to Penrith Stationtrain
6h 41m
$115–292
Train to Melbourne Airport, fly to Newcastle Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Melton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)plane MEL - NTL
3. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Strathfield Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Penrith Stationtrain
9h 15m
$120–359
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Melbourne to Sydney Central Stationbus
3. Take the train from Central Station to Penrith Stationtrain Bmt
15h 16m
$145–242

Ballarat to Penrith by train

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Distance: 883 km
Duration: 6h 3m

What companies run services between Ballarat, VIC, Australia and Penrith, NSW, Australia?

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Penrith Station via Southern Cross and Central Station in around 14h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat to Station St At Union Lane via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Liverpool, Liverpool Station, Stand C, Western Sydney International Airport, Stand C, and Western Sydney International Airport, Stand A in around 14h 31m.

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