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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Stratford is to train which costs $17 - $26 and takes 5h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Stratford is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs $60 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Stratford?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat station to Stratford. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St and arriving at Memorial Park/Princes Hwy via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Traralgon Station/Princes St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Stratford?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Stratford station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Stratford Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Stratford?

The distance between Ballarat and Stratford is 336 km. The road distance is 341.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Stratford without a car is to train which takes 5h 53m and costs $17 - $26.

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

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Ballarat to Stratford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Stratford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Stratford train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Stratford?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Stratford is to train which takes 5h 53m and costs $17 - $26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $4 - $50 and takes 7h.

Where does the Ballarat to Stratford bus arrive?

Ballarat to Stratford bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where does the Ballarat to Stratford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Stratford?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Stratford is 341 km. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Ballarat to Stratford.

Where can I stay near Stratford?

There are 40+ hotels available in Stratford.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Stratford Stationtrain Traralgon
5h 53m
$18–26
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Traralgon Station/Princes Stbus
3. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Memorial Park/Princes Hwybus
7h
$5–50
Drive 341.3 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Stratfordcar 341.3 km
3h 53m
$61–88

Ballarat to Stratford by train

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Distance: 335.6 km
Duration: 5h 53m

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

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Stratford Station via Southern Cross Station in around 5h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Memorial Park/Princes Hwy via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Traralgon Station/Princes St in around 7h.

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