What is the cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Yarra Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Yarra Valley is to train which costs $20 - $24 and takes 3h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballarat to Yarra Valley?

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Yarra Valley is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Yarra Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Yarra Valley. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Harding Rd/Warrandyte-Ringwood Rd via King St/Lonsdale St and Warrandyte Reserve/Heidelberg-Warrandyte Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Yarra Valley?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Yarra Valley station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Ringwood Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Yarra Valley?

The distance between Ballarat and Yarra Valley is 147 km. The road distance is 136.4 km.

How do I travel from Ballarat to Yarra Valley without a car?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Yarra Valley without a car is to bus and line 906 bus which takes 3h 11m and costs $101 - $105.

How long does it take to get from Ballarat to Yarra Valley?

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Ballarat to Yarra Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Yarra Valley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Yarra Valley train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Yarra Valley?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Yarra Valley is to bus and line 906 bus which takes 3h 11m and costs $101 - $105. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $20 - $24 and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the Ballarat to Yarra Valley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Yarra Valley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Yarra Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Yarra Valley is 136 km. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Ballarat to Yarra Valley.

Where can I stay near Yarra Valley?

There are 4333+ hotels available in Yarra Valley.

Ballarat to Yarra Valley - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 906 bus

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

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Bus, line 906 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
2. Take the bus from King St/Lonsdale St to Warrandyte Reserve/Heidelberg-Warrandyte Rdbus 906
3h 11m
$101–105
Train
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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 Ringwood Stationtrain Belgrave / ...
3h 11m
$21–24
Drive 136.4 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Yarra Valleycar 136.4 km
1h 46m
$25–36

Ballarat to Yarra Valley by bus and foot

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3h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 147 km
Duration: 3h 11m

What companies run services between Ballarat, VIC, Australia and Yarra Valley, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Ballarat to Harding Rd/Warrandyte-Ringwood Rd via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, King St/Lonsdale St, and Warrandyte Reserve/Heidelberg-Warrandyte Rd in around 3h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ballarat Station to Harding Rd/Ringwood-Warrandyte Rd via Southern Cross Station, Ringwood Station, and Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy in around 3h 11m.

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