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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Thomastown is to train which costs $14 - $18 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Thomastown is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Thomastown?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Thomastown station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Thomastown Station/High St via Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd and Epping Plaza SC/Cooper St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Thomastown?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Thomastown station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Thomastown Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Thomastown?

The distance between Ballarat and Thomastown is 134 km. The road distance is 115.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Thomastown without a car is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs $14 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Ballarat to Thomastown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Thomastown bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Thomastown train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Thomastown?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Thomastown is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs $14 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus and line 901 bus, which costs $64 and takes 3h 13m.

Where does the Ballarat to Thomastown bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Thomastown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Thomastown?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Thomastown is 116 km. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Ballarat to Thomastown.

Where can I stay near Thomastown?

There are 4937+ hotels available in Thomastown.

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There are 3 ways to get from Ballarat to Thomastown 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 Thomastown Stationtrain Mernda
2h 17m
$15–18
Bus, line 901 bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Melbourne Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd to Epping Plaza SC/Cooper Stbus 901
3h 13m
$64
Drive 115.8 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Thomastowncar 115.8 km
1h 21m
$21–30

Ballarat to Thomastown by train

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2h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 133.6 km
Duration: 2h 17m

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

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Thomastown Station via Southern Cross Station in around 2h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat to Thomastown Station/High St via Melbourne Airport, Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd, and Epping Plaza SC/Cooper St in around 3h 13m.

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