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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Waterways is to train and bus which costs $20 - $24 and takes 5h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Waterways is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Waterways?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Waterways station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Mordialloc Station via Footscray Station and Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Waterways?

The distance between Ballarat and Waterways is 147 km. The road distance is 142 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Waterways without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs $20 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Ballarat to Waterways, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Waterways bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Waterways train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Waterways?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Waterways is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs $20 - $24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $86 and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the Ballarat to Waterways bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Waterways train arrive?

Ballarat to Waterways train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Footscray Station.

Can I drive from Ballarat to Waterways?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Waterways is 142 km. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Ballarat to Waterways.

Where can I stay near Waterways?

There are 813+ hotels available in Waterways.

Ballarat to Waterways - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Waterways?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Waterways. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at The Waterways Bvd/Springvale Rd via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and Chelsea Station/Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

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There are 5 ways to get from Ballarat to Waterways by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Footscray Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Mordialloc Stationtrain Frankston
3h 1m
$21–24
Bus via Sunshine West
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Sunshine Station/City Plbus Ballarat
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Mordialloc SC/Centre Waybus 903
6h 57m
$14–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Melbourne Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Chelseabus Frankston - Melbourne Airport
4h 18m
$86
Drive 142 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Waterwayscar 142 km
1h 43m
$26–37
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
5h 51m
$21–24

Ballarat to Waterways by train and bus

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Distance: 146.9 km
Duration: 3h 1m

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

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Governor Rd/Burdekin Bvd via Footscray Station, Flinders Street Station, Mordialloc Station, and Mordialloc Station/Albert St in around 3h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat to The Waterways Bvd/Springvale Rd via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr, Chelsea, and Chelsea Station/Station St in around 4h 18m.

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