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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Port Melbourne is to train which costs $14 - $18 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Port Melbourne is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Port Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Port Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Graham St/Bay St via Bourke St/Queen St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Port Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Port Melbourne station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Southern Cross Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Port Melbourne?

The distance between Ballarat and Port Melbourne is 116 km. The road distance is 114.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Port Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs $14 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Ballarat to Port Melbourne, including transfers.

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

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Port Melbourne train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Port Melbourne?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Port Melbourne is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs $14 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $101 - $105 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Ballarat to Port Melbourne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Port Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Port Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Port Melbourne is 114 km. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Ballarat to Port Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Port Melbourne?

There are 5283+ hotels available in Port Melbourne.

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

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1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
1h 42m
$15–18
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1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
2h 10m
$101–105
Drive 114.1 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Port Melbournecar 114.1 km
1h 17m
$21–30

Ballarat to Port Melbourne by train and bus

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1h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 115.5 km
Duration: 1h 42m

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

V/Line operates a train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Alternatively, Firefly Express operates a bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminal once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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