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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Traralgon is to train which costs $17 - $25 and takes 4h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Traralgon is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Traralgon?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Traralgon station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Traralgon Station/Princes St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Traralgon?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Traralgon station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Traralgon Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Traralgon?

The distance between Ballarat and Traralgon is 272 km. The road distance is 276.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Traralgon without a car is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs $17 - $25.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Ballarat to Traralgon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Traralgon bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Traralgon train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Traralgon?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Traralgon is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs $17 - $25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $120 and takes 5h.

Where does the Ballarat to Traralgon bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Traralgon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Traralgon?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Traralgon is 277 km. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Ballarat to Traralgon.

Where can I stay near Traralgon?

There are 41+ hotels available in Traralgon.

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There are 3 ways to get from Ballarat to Traralgon 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 Traralgon Stationtrain Traralgon
4h 26m
$18–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Traralgon Station/Princes Stbus Traralgon
5h
$97–119
Drive 276.7 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Traralgoncar 276.7 km
3h 7m
$50–72

Ballarat to Traralgon by train

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4h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 271.7 km
Duration: 4h 26m

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

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Traralgon Station via Southern Cross Station in around 4h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat to Traralgon Station/Princes St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 5h.

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