What is the cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Violet Town?

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Violet Town is to train which costs $17 - $25 and takes 4h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballarat to Violet Town?

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Violet Town is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Violet Town?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Violet Town. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Euroa via Southern Cross Coach Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Violet Town?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Violet Town station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Violet Town Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Violet Town?

The distance between Ballarat and Violet Town is 282 km. The road distance is 231.4 km.

How do I travel from Ballarat to Violet Town without a car?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Violet Town without a car is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs $17 - $25.

How long does it take to get from Ballarat to Violet Town?

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Ballarat to Violet Town, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Violet Town bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Violet Town train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Violet Town?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Violet Town is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs $17 - $25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $190 - $210 and takes 5h 54m.

Where does the Ballarat to Violet Town bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Violet Town train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Violet Town?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Violet Town is 231 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Ballarat to Violet Town.

Where can I stay near Violet Town?

There are 15+ hotels available in Violet Town.

Ballarat to Violet Town - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ballarat to Violet Town 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 Violet Town Stationtrain Seymour
4h 28m
$18–25
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Melbourne Airportbus
2. Take the train from Broadmeadows Station to Violet Town Stationtrain Seymour
4h 47m
$67–71
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Euroabus Sydney
5h 54m
$197–209
Drive 231.4 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Violet Towncar 231.4 km
3h 6m
$42–61

Ballarat to Violet Town by train

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4h 28mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 282.5 km
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Ballarat, VIC, Australia and Violet Town, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Violet Town Station via Southern Cross Station in around 4h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat to Violet Town Station via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Euroa, and Euroa Station in around 5h 54m.

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