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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Ringwood is to train which costs $14 - $18 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Ringwood is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs $24 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Ringwood?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Ringwood station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy via King St/Lonsdale St and Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Ringwood?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Ringwood station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Ringwood Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Ringwood?

The distance between Ballarat and Ringwood is 140 km. The road distance is 135.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Ringwood without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs $14 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Ballarat to Ringwood, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Ringwood bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Ringwood train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Ringwood?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Ringwood is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs $14 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus and line 907 bus, which costs $107 - $111 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Ballarat to Ringwood bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Ringwood train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Ringwood?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Ringwood is 136 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Ballarat to Ringwood.

Where can I stay near Ringwood?

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Ballarat to Ringwood - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 907 bus, and car

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

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1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ringwood Stationtrain Belgrave / ...
2h 26m
$15–18
Bus, line 907 bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
2. Take the bus from King St/Lonsdale St to Mitcham Station/Colombo Stbus 907
3h 7m
$107–111
Drive 135.9 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Ringwoodcar 135.9 km
1h 41m
$25–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Melbourne Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd to Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwybus 901
4h 37m
$58

Ballarat to Ringwood by train

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2h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 140.4 km
Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Ballarat, VIC, Australia and Ringwood, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Ringwood Station via Southern Cross Station in around 2h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat to Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, King St/Lonsdale St, Mitcham Station/Colombo St, and Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd in around 3h 7m.

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