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

The cheapest way to get from Benalla to Ballarat is to train via Benalla Station which costs $17 - $25 and takes 4h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Benalla to Ballarat is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Benalla and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Benalla station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Benalla Station/Mackellar St and arriving at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via Bendigo Station/Railway Pl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Benalla and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Benalla station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Benalla Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Benalla to Ballarat?

The distance between Benalla and Ballarat is 309 km. The road distance is 260.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Benalla to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs $28 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Benalla to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Benalla to Ballarat bus from?

Benalla to Ballarat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Benalla Station/Mackellar St.

Where do I catch the Benalla to Ballarat train from?

Benalla to Ballarat train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Benalla Station.

Train or bus from Benalla to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Benalla to Ballarat is to train which takes 4h and costs $28 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus via Bendigo, which costs $3 - $40 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Benalla to Ballarat bus arrive?

Benalla to Ballarat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Bendigo Station/Railway Pl.

Where does the Benalla to Ballarat train arrive?

Benalla to Ballarat train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Benalla to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Benalla to Ballarat is 260 km. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Benalla to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Benalla Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
4h
$29–159
Bus via Bendigo
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Benalla Station/Mackellar St to Bendigo Station/Railway Plbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Bendigo Station/Railway Pl to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
5h 15m
$4–38
Drive 260.4 km
1. Drive from Benalla to Ballaratcar 260.4 km
3h 24m
$47–68
Train via Benalla Station
1. Take the train from Benalla Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Seymour
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
4h 13m
$18–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Benalla Station, Coach Stop to Broadmeadows Station, Railway Cresbus 6103 / ...
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballaratbus
5h 36m
$75–82

Benalla to Ballarat by train

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Distance: 308.5 km
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a train from Benalla Station to Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station in around 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Benalla Station/Mackellar St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via Bendigo Station/Railway Pl in around 5h 15m.

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