What is the cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Port Fairy?

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Port Fairy is to bus which costs $3 - $35 and takes 4h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballarat to Port Fairy?

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Port Fairy is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Port Fairy?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat station to Port Fairy. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St and arriving at Port Fairy Visitor Centre/Bank St via Hamilton Station/Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Port Fairy?

The distance between Ballarat and Port Fairy is 265 km. The road distance is 191.6 km.

How do I travel from Ballarat to Port Fairy without a car?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Port Fairy without a car is to bus via Hamilton which takes 4h 26m and costs $3 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Ballarat to Port Fairy?

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Ballarat to Port Fairy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Port Fairy bus from?

Ballarat to Port Fairy bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St.

Where does the Ballarat to Port Fairy bus arrive?

Ballarat to Port Fairy bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Hamilton Station/Station St.

Can I drive from Ballarat to Port Fairy?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Port Fairy is 192 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Ballarat to Port Fairy.

Where can I stay near Port Fairy?

There are 370+ hotels available in Port Fairy.

Ballarat to Port Fairy - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ballarat to Port Fairy by bus or car

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Bus via Hamilton
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1. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Hamilton Station/Station Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Hamilton Station/Station St to Port Fairy Visitor Centre/Bank Stbus Coach
4h 26m
$4–35
Drive 191.6 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Port Fairycar 191.6 km
2h 22m
$35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat Base Hospital/Sturt St to Warrnambool Station/Merri Stbus Coach
4h 40m
$4–33

Ballarat to Port Fairy by bus

3Weekly Buses

4h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 264.5 km
Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Ballarat, VIC, Australia and Port Fairy, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Port Fairy Visitor Centre/Bank St via Hamilton Station/Station St in around 4h 26m.

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