What is the cheapest way to get from Balwyn North to Ballarat?

The cheapest way to get from Balwyn North to Ballarat is to line 48 tram and train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Balwyn North to Ballarat?

The fastest way to get from Balwyn North to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Balwyn North and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Balwyn North to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Doncaster Rd/Eastern Fwy On Ramp and arriving at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Balwyn North and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Balwyn North to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Balwyn Rd/Doncaster Rd #51 and arriving at Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Balwyn North to Ballarat?

The distance between Balwyn North and Ballarat is 126 km. The road distance is 121.7 km.

How do I travel from Balwyn North to Ballarat without a car?

The best way to get from Balwyn North to Ballarat without a car is to line 48 tram and train which takes 2h 38m and costs $13 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Balwyn North to Ballarat?

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Balwyn North to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balwyn North to Ballarat bus from?

Balwyn North to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Doncaster Rd/Eastern Fwy On Ramp station.

Where do I catch the Balwyn North to Ballarat train from?

Balwyn North to Ballarat train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from Balwyn Rd/Doncaster Rd #51 station.

Where does the Balwyn North to Ballarat bus arrive?

Balwyn North to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at King St/Lonsdale St station.

Where does the Balwyn North to Ballarat train arrive?

Balwyn North to Ballarat train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Southern Cross Station/Collins St #D14.

Can I drive from Balwyn North to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Balwyn North to Ballarat is 122 km. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Balwyn North to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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Balwyn North to Ballarat - 3 ways to travel via train, and line 48 tram

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There are 3 ways to get from Balwyn North to Ballarat by tram, train, bus, or car

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Line 48 tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Balwyn Rd/Doncaster Rd #51 to Southern Cross Station/Collins St #D14tram 48
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 38m
$14–18
Line 907 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Doncaster Rd/Eastern Fwy On Ramp to King St/Lonsdale Stbus 907 / ...
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach / ...
3h 4m
$7–22
Drive 121.7 km
1. Drive from Balwyn North to Ballaratcar 121.7 km
1h 31m
$22–32

Balwyn North to Ballarat by tram and train

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2h 38mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 126.4 km
Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between Balwyn North, VIC, Australia and Ballarat, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Doncaster Rd/Eastern Fwy On Ramp to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via King St/Lonsdale St and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 3h 4m.

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