What is the cheapest way to get from Bendigo to Ararat?

The cheapest way to get from Bendigo to Ararat is to bus which costs $7 - $25 and takes 4h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bendigo to Ararat?

The fastest way to get from Bendigo to Ararat is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Bendigo and Ararat?

No, there is no direct bus from Bendigo station to Ararat. However, there are services departing from Bendigo Station/Railway Pl and arriving at Barkly St/Ingor St via Dundas St/Market St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Bendigo and Ararat?

No, there is no direct train from Bendigo station to Ararat station. However, there are services departing from Bendigo Station and arriving at Ararat Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Bendigo to Ararat?

The distance between Bendigo and Ararat is 209 km. The road distance is 157 km.

How do I travel from Bendigo to Ararat without a car?

The best way to get from Bendigo to Ararat without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 43m and costs $9 - $29.

How long does it take to get from Bendigo to Ararat?

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Bendigo to Ararat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bendigo to Ararat bus from?

Bendigo to Ararat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Bendigo Station/Railway Pl.

Where do I catch the Bendigo to Ararat train from?

Bendigo to Ararat train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Bendigo Station.

Train or bus from Bendigo to Ararat?

The best way to get from Bendigo to Ararat is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs $18 - $26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7 - $25 and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Bendigo to Ararat bus arrive?

Bendigo to Ararat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Dundas St/Market St station.

Where does the Bendigo to Ararat train arrive?

Bendigo to Ararat train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Footscray Station.

Can I drive from Bendigo to Ararat?

Yes, the driving distance between Bendigo to Ararat is 157 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Bendigo to Ararat.

Where can I stay near Ararat?

There are 17+ hotels available in Ararat.

Bendigo to Ararat - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bendigo to Ararat by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bendigo Station/Railway Pl to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
2. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Ararat Stationtrain Ballarat
3h 43m
$10–28
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bendigo Station/Railway Pl to Dundas St/Market Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Dundas St/Market St to Barkly St/Ingor Stbus Stawell - St Arnaud Via Ararat
4h 38m
$8–25
Train
1. Take the train from Bendigo Station to Footscray Stationtrain Bendigo
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Ararat Stationtrain Ballarat
5h 12m
$18–25
Drive 157 km
1. Drive from Bendigo to Araratcar 157 km
1h 58m
$28–41

Bendigo to Ararat by bus and train

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3h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 209.2 km
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Bendigo, VIC, Australia and Ararat, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Bendigo Station to Ararat Station via Footscray Station in around 5h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bendigo Station/Railway Pl to Barkly St/Ingor St via Dundas St/Market St in around 4h 38m.

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