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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Ballarat is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 16m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton station to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from North Brighton Station/Bay St and arriving at Ballarat via Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from North Brighton Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Flinders Street Station and Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Brighton to Ballarat?

The distance between Brighton and Ballarat is 127 km. The road distance is 120.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs $13 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Brighton to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Ballarat bus from?

Brighton to Ballarat bus services, operated by SkyBus, depart from North Brighton Station/Bay St.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Ballarat train from?

Brighton to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train or bus from Brighton to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Brighton to Ballarat is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 and takes 3h 33m.

Where does the Brighton to Ballarat bus arrive?

Brighton to Ballarat bus services, operated by SkyBus, arrive at Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr station.

Where does the Brighton to Ballarat train arrive?

Brighton to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Ballarat Station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Ballarat is 121 km. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Brighton to Ballarat.

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

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Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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Brighton to Ballarat - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Brighton to Ballarat by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 16m
$14–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from North Brighton Station/Bay St to Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Drbus Frankston - Melbourne Airport
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballaratbus
3h 33m
$80
Drive 120.7 km
1. Drive from Brighton to Ballaratcar 120.7 km
1h 31m
$22–31

Brighton to Ballarat by train

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Distance: 126.6 km
Duration: 2h 16m

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

V/Line operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Brighton Station/Bay St to Ballarat via Melbourne Airport in around 3h 33m.

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