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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Whittlesea is to train which costs $20 - $24 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Whittlesea is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Whittlesea?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Whittlesea. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Church St/Walnut St via Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd and South Morang Station/Civic Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Whittlesea?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Whittlesea station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Mernda Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Whittlesea?

The distance between Ballarat and Whittlesea is 158 km. The road distance is 140.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Whittlesea without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs $20 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Ballarat to Whittlesea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Whittlesea bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Whittlesea train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Whittlesea?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Whittlesea is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs $20 - $24. Alternatively, you can bus and line 901 bus, which costs $64 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Ballarat to Whittlesea bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Whittlesea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Whittlesea?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Whittlesea is 140 km. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Ballarat to Whittlesea.

Where can I stay near Whittlesea?

There are 140+ hotels available in Whittlesea.

Ballarat to Whittlesea - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 901 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ballarat to Whittlesea 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 Mernda Stationtrain Mernda
3h 9m
$21–24
Bus, line 901 bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Melbourne Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd to South Morang Station/Civic Drbus 901
4h 8m
$64
Drive 140.2 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Whittleseacar 140.2 km
1h 39m
$25–36

Ballarat to Whittlesea by train and bus

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3h 9mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 158.2 km
Duration: 3h 9m

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

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Church St/Walnut St via Southern Cross Station, Mernda Station, and Mernda Station/Bridge Inn Rd in around 3h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat to Church St/Walnut St via Melbourne Airport, Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd, and South Morang Station/Civic Dr in around 4h 8m.

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