What is the cheapest way to get from Broadmeadows (Station) to Ballarat?

The cheapest way to get from Broadmeadows (Station) to Ballarat is to train which costs $12 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Broadmeadows (Station) to Ballarat?

The fastest way to get from Broadmeadows (Station) to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Broadmeadows (Station) and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Broadmeadows (Station) station to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Broadmeadows Station/Pascoe Vale Rd and arriving at Ballarat via Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Broadmeadows (Station) and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Broadmeadows (Station) station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Broadmeadows Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Broadmeadows (Station) to Ballarat?

The distance between Broadmeadows (Station) and Ballarat is 130 km. The road distance is 107.8 km.

How do I travel from Broadmeadows (Station) to Ballarat without a car?

The best way to get from Broadmeadows (Station) to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Broadmeadows (Station) to Ballarat?

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Broadmeadows (Station) to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Broadmeadows (Station) to Ballarat bus from?

Broadmeadows (Station) to Ballarat bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, depart from Melbourne Airport station.

Where do I catch the Broadmeadows (Station) to Ballarat train from?

Broadmeadows (Station) to Ballarat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Broadmeadows Station.

Train or bus from Broadmeadows (Station) to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Broadmeadows (Station) to Ballarat is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $58 and takes 2h 56m.

Where does the Broadmeadows (Station) to Ballarat bus arrive?

Broadmeadows (Station) to Ballarat bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, arrive at Ballarat station.

Where does the Broadmeadows (Station) to Ballarat train arrive?

Broadmeadows (Station) to Ballarat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Broadmeadows (Station) to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Broadmeadows (Station) to Ballarat is 108 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Broadmeadows (Station) to Ballarat.

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Broadmeadows (Station) to Ballarat - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Broadmeadows (Station) to Ballarat by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Broadmeadows Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Craigieburn
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 18m
$12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballaratbus
2h 56m
$58
Drive 107.8 km
1. Drive from Broadmeadows (Station) to Ballaratcar 107.8 km
1h 16m
$23–34

Broadmeadows (Station) to Ballarat by train

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Distance: 130 km
Duration: 2h 18m

What companies run services between Broadmeadows (Station), VIC, Australia and Ballarat, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Broadmeadows Station to Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station in around 2h 18m. Alternatively, Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus operates a bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballarat every 3 hours. Tickets cost $52 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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