What is the cheapest way to get from Caroline Springs to Ballarat?

The cheapest way to get from Caroline Springs to Ballarat is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 1h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Caroline Springs to Ballarat?

The fastest way to get from Caroline Springs to Ballarat is to drive which takes 59 min and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct train between Caroline Springs and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Caroline Springs station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Caroline Springs Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Caroline Springs to Ballarat?

The distance between Caroline Springs and Ballarat is 96 km. The road distance is 89.2 km.

How do I travel from Caroline Springs to Ballarat without a car?

The best way to get from Caroline Springs to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs $13 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Caroline Springs to Ballarat?

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Caroline Springs to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caroline Springs to Ballarat bus from?

Caroline Springs to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Brookside Recreation Reserve/Rockbank Middle Rd station.

Where do I catch the Caroline Springs to Ballarat train from?

Caroline Springs to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Caroline Springs Station.

Train or bus from Caroline Springs to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Caroline Springs to Ballarat is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can line 456 bus and bus, which costs $100 - $105 and takes 2h 17m.

Where does the Caroline Springs to Ballarat bus arrive?

Caroline Springs to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Central Walk Shopping Centre/High St station.

Where does the Caroline Springs to Ballarat train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Caroline Springs to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Caroline Springs to Ballarat is 89 km. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Caroline Springs to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 206+ hotels available in Ballarat.

Caroline Springs to Ballarat - 4 ways to travel via train, line 456 bus

Q: Is there a direct bus between Caroline Springs and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Caroline Springs to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Brookside Recreation Reserve/Rockbank Middle Rd and arriving at Ballarat via Melton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

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There are 4 ways to get from Caroline Springs to Ballarat by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Caroline Springs Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
1h 37m
$14–18
Line 456 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Brookside Recreation Reserve/Rockbank Middle Rd to Central Walk Shopping Centre/High Stbus 456
2. Take the bus from Melton to Ballaratbus Adelaide
2h 17m
$101–105
Drive 89.2 km
1. Drive from Caroline Springs to Ballaratcar 89.2 km
59 min
$16–24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Caroline Springs to Ballarattaxi 89.2 km
59 min
$200–250

Caroline Springs to Ballarat by bus and train

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1h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 95.5 km
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Caroline Springs, VIC, Australia and Ballarat, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Caroline Springs Station to Ballarat Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brookside Recreation Reserve/Rockbank Middle Rd to Ballarat via Central Walk Shopping Centre/High St and Melton in around 2h 17m.

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