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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Williamstown is to train which costs $12 and takes 1h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Williamstown is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Williamstown?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Williamstown. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Osborne St/Victoria St via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and Sunshine Station/Dickson St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Williamstown?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Williamstown station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at North Williamstown Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Williamstown?

The distance between Ballarat and Williamstown is 115 km. The road distance is 110.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Williamstown without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Ballarat to Williamstown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Williamstown bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Williamstown train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Williamstown?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Williamstown is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $86 and takes 3h 14m.

Where does the Ballarat to Williamstown bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Williamstown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Williamstown?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Williamstown is 110 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Ballarat to Williamstown.

Where can I stay near Williamstown?

There are 5440+ hotels available in Williamstown.

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There are 3 ways to get from Ballarat to Williamstown by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Footscray Stationtrain Ballarat
1h 45m
$12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Melbourne Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Osborne St/Victoria Stbus 471
3h 14m
$86
Drive 110.2 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Williamstowncar 110.2 km
1h 16m
$20–29

Ballarat to Williamstown by train

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Distance: 114.7 km
Duration: 1h 45m

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

V/Line operates a train from Ballarat Station to Footscray Station hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 1h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat to Osborne St/Victoria St via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and Sunshine Station/Dickson St in around 3h 14m.

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