What is the cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Safety Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Safety Beach is to train and line 781 bus which costs $20 - $24 and takes 3h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballarat to Safety Beach?

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Safety Beach is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Safety Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Safety Beach. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Victoria St/Dromana Pde via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and Frankston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Safety Beach?

The distance between Ballarat and Safety Beach is 191 km. The road distance is 178.4 km.

How do I travel from Ballarat to Safety Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Safety Beach without a car is to train and line 781 bus which takes 3h 59m and costs $20 - $24.

How long does it take to get from Ballarat to Safety Beach?

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Ballarat to Safety Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Safety Beach bus from?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Safety Beach bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Safety Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Safety Beach is 178 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Ballarat to Safety Beach.

Where can I stay near Safety Beach?

There are 1607+ hotels available in Safety Beach.

Ballarat to Safety Beach - 4 ways to travel via train, line 781 bus, and bus

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

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Train, line 781 bus
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1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Frankston Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Frankston to Victoria St/Dromana Pdebus 788 / ...
3h 59m
$21–24
Bus, line 781 bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Melbourne Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Frankstonbus
3. Take the bus from Frankston to Victoria St/Dromana Pdebus 788 / ...
5h 23m
$86
Drive 178.4 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Safety Beachcar 178.4 km
2h 20m
$33–47
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Sunshine Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Mordialloc SC/Centre Waybus 903
6h 56m
$27–30

Ballarat to Safety Beach by train and bus

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3h 59mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 191.2 km
Duration: 3h 59m

What companies run services between Ballarat, VIC, Australia and Safety Beach, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Ballarat to Victoria St/Dromana Pde via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and Frankston in around 5h 23m.

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