What is the cheapest way to get from Carrum Downs to Ballarat?

The cheapest way to get from Carrum Downs to Ballarat is to train which costs $19 - $24 and takes 3h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carrum Downs to Ballarat?

The fastest way to get from Carrum Downs to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Carrum Downs and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrum Downs to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd and arriving at Ballarat via Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Carrum Downs and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Carrum Downs station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Kananook Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Carrum Downs to Ballarat?

The distance between Carrum Downs and Ballarat is 161 km. The road distance is 150.6 km.

How do I travel from Carrum Downs to Ballarat without a car?

The best way to get from Carrum Downs to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs $19 - $24.

How long does it take to get from Carrum Downs to Ballarat?

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Carrum Downs to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrum Downs to Ballarat bus from?

Carrum Downs to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd station.

Where do I catch the Carrum Downs to Ballarat train from?

Carrum Downs to Ballarat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Kananook Station.

Train or bus from Carrum Downs to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Carrum Downs to Ballarat is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs $19 - $24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $58 and takes 6h 41m.

Where does the Carrum Downs to Ballarat bus arrive?

Carrum Downs to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd station.

Where does the Carrum Downs to Ballarat train arrive?

Carrum Downs to Ballarat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Carrum Downs to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrum Downs to Ballarat is 151 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Carrum Downs to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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

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1. Take the train from Kananook Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Frankston
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
3h 12m
$20–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd to Melbourne Airport/Grants Rdbus 901
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballaratbus
6h 41m
$58
Drive 150.6 km
1. Drive from Carrum Downs to Ballaratcar 150.6 km
1h 54m
$27–39

Carrum Downs to Ballarat by bus and train

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3h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 160.7 km
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Carrum Downs, VIC, Australia and Ballarat, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd to Ballarat Station via Kananook Station/Wells Rd, Kananook Station, and Southern Cross Station in around 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd to Ballarat via Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd and Melbourne Airport in around 6h 41m.

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