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

The cheapest way to get from Blacktown to Ballarat is to bus which costs $100 - $130 and takes 15h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blacktown to Ballarat is to fly and train which takes 5h 56m and costs $150 - $370.

Is there a direct train between Blacktown and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Blacktown station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Blacktown Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Central Station and Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 22m.

How far is it from Blacktown to Ballarat?

The distance between Blacktown and Ballarat is 866 km. The road distance is 913.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Blacktown to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 14h 22m and costs $75 - $270.

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

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Blacktown to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blacktown to Ballarat bus from?

Blacktown to Ballarat bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Liverpool station.

Where do I catch the Blacktown to Ballarat train from?

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

Train or bus from Blacktown to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Blacktown to Ballarat is to train which takes 14h 22m and costs $75 - $270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $130 and takes 15h 4m.

Where does the Blacktown to Ballarat bus arrive?

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

Where does the Blacktown to Ballarat train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Blacktown to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Blacktown to Ballarat is 913 km. It takes approximately 10h 2m to drive from Blacktown to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 206+ hotels available in Ballarat.

Blacktown to Ballarat - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Blacktown and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Blacktown to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Blacktown TAFE, Main St and arriving at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via Prairiewood, Liverpool-Parramatta Twy, Liverpool and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 4m.

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There are 8 ways to get from Blacktown to Ballarat by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Sydney International Airport to Melbourne Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane SYD - MEL
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
5h 56m
$159–361
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
14h 22m
$78–270
Bus
1. Take the bus from Liverpool to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach / ...
15h 4m
$103–125
Drive 913.2 km
1. Drive from Blacktown to Ballaratcar 913.2 km
10h 2m
$165–238
Fly Sydney International Airport to Avalon Airport, train
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane SYD - AVV
2. Take the train from Lara Station to Deer Park Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Deer Park Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
6h 53m
$135–310
Drive to Orange Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport, train
1. Drive from Blacktown to Orange-Airport-OAGcar
2. Fly from Orange Airport (OAG) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane OAG - MEL
3. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
7h 8m
$375–696
Train to Newcastle Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport, train
1. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Hamilton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane NTL - MEL
3. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
9h 10m
$142–378
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Melbournebus Au100-3 / ...
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
15h 27m
$143–250

Blacktown to Ballarat by train

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Distance: 866.3 km
Duration: 5h 56m

What companies run services between Blacktown, NSW, Australia and Ballarat, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Blacktown Station to Ballarat Station via Central Station and Southern Cross Station in around 14h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Blacktown TAFE, Main St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via Prairiewood, Liverpool-Parramatta Twy, Liverpool Station, Stand C, Liverpool, Southern Cross Coach Terminal, and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 15h 4m.

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