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

The cheapest way to get from Bordertown to Ballarat is to bus via Dundas St/Market St which costs $5 - $45 and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bordertown to Ballarat is to drive which takes 4h 5m and costs $60 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Bordertown and Ballarat?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bordertown and arriving at Ballarat. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Bordertown and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Bordertown station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Bordertown Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Ararat Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Bordertown to Ballarat?

The distance between Bordertown and Ballarat is 345 km. The road distance is 342.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Bordertown to Ballarat without a car is to bus which takes 4h 30m and costs $95 - $99.

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

The bus from Bordertown to Ballarat takes 4h 30m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Bordertown to Ballarat bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bordertown to Ballarat train from?

Bordertown to Ballarat train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from Bordertown Station.

Train or bus from Bordertown to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Bordertown to Ballarat is to bus which takes 4h 30m and costs $95 - $99. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $75 - $170 and takes 5h 11m.

Where does the Bordertown to Ballarat bus arrive?

Bordertown to Ballarat bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Ballarat station.

What is the time difference between Bordertown and Ballarat?

Ballarat is 30 min ahead of Bordertown. It is currently 3:42 PM in Bordertown and 4:12 PM in Ballarat.

Where does the Bordertown to Ballarat train arrive?

Bordertown to Ballarat train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at Ararat Station.

Can I drive from Bordertown to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Bordertown to Ballarat is 342 km. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Bordertown to Ballarat.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bordertown to Ballarat?

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Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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Bordertown to Ballarat - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bordertown to Ballarat by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bordertown to Ballaratbus Melbourne
4h 30m
$95–99
Bus via Dundas St/Market St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sweetie's Bakery/North Tce to Dundas St/Market Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Dundas St/Market St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
6h 25m
$6–45
Train
1. Take the train from Bordertown Station to Ararat Stationtrain The Overland
2. Take the train from Ararat Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
5h 11m
$77–168
Drive 342.3 km
1. Drive from Bordertown to Ballaratcar 342.3 km
4h 5m
$62–89

Bordertown to Ballarat by bus

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Distance: 345 km
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Bordertown, SA, Australia and Ballarat, VIC, Australia?

Firefly Express operates a bus from Bordertown to Ballarat once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bordertown Station to Ballarat Station via Ararat Station in around 5h 11m.

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