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

The cheapest way to get from Burwood to Ballarat is to line 75 tram and train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Burwood to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Burwood and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Burwood to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Presbyterian Ladies College/Elgar Rd and arriving at Ballarat via Box Hill Bus Station/Station St and Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Burwood and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Burwood to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Elgar Rd/Burwood Hwy #62 and arriving at Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Burwood to Ballarat?

The distance between Burwood and Ballarat is 129 km. The road distance is 125.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Burwood to Ballarat without a car is to line 75 tram and train which takes 2h 55m and costs $13 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Burwood to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Burwood to Ballarat bus from?

Burwood to Ballarat bus services, operated by SkyBus, depart from Box Hill Bus Station/Station St.

Where do I catch the Burwood to Ballarat train from?

Burwood to Ballarat train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from Elgar Rd/Burwood Hwy #62 station.

Where does the Burwood to Ballarat bus arrive?

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

Where does the Burwood to Ballarat train arrive?

Burwood to Ballarat train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Victoria Police Centre/Flinders St #D6 station.

Can I drive from Burwood to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Burwood to Ballarat is 125 km. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Burwood to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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Burwood to Ballarat - 4 ways to travel via train, line 75 tram, bus, and car

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

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Line 75 tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Elgar Rd/Burwood Hwy #62 to Victoria Police Centre/Flinders St #D6tram 75
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 55m
$14–18
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Presbyterian Ladies College/Elgar Rd to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus 903
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
4h 14m
$14–18
Drive 125.5 km
1. Drive from Burwood to Ballaratcar 125.5 km
1h 34m
$23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Box Hill Bus Station/Station St to Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Drbus Box Hill - Melbourne Airport
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballaratbus
4h 33m
$86

Burwood to Ballarat by tram, foot, and train

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2h 55mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 129.5 km
Duration: 2h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Presbyterian Ladies College/Elgar Rd to Ballarat via Box Hill Bus Station/Station St and Melbourne Airport in around 4h 33m.

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