What is the cheapest way to get from Caulfield North to Ballarat?

The cheapest way to get from Caulfield North to Ballarat is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Caulfield North to Ballarat?

The fastest way to get from Caulfield North to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Caulfield North and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Caulfield North to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Balaclava Rd/Kooyong Rd and arriving at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Caulfield North and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Caulfield North station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Malvern Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Caulfield North to Ballarat?

The distance between Caulfield North and Ballarat is 125 km. The road distance is 119.6 km.

How do I travel from Caulfield North to Ballarat without a car?

The best way to get from Caulfield North to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs $13 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Caulfield North to Ballarat?

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Caulfield North to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caulfield North to Ballarat bus from?

Caulfield North to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Balaclava Rd/Kooyong Rd station.

Where do I catch the Caulfield North to Ballarat train from?

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

Train or bus from Caulfield North to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Caulfield North to Ballarat is to train which takes 2h 9m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can line 605 bus and bus, which costs $6 - $22 and takes 3h 31m.

Where does the Caulfield North to Ballarat bus arrive?

Caulfield North to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at A'Beckett St/Queen St station.

Where does the Caulfield North to Ballarat train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Caulfield North to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Caulfield North to Ballarat is 120 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Caulfield North to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 9m
$14–18
Line 605 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Balaclava Rd/Kooyong Rd to A'Beckett St/Queen Stbus 605
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach / ...
3h 31m
$7–22
Drive 119.6 km
1. Drive from Caulfield North to Ballaratcar 119.6 km
1h 29m
$22–31

Caulfield North to Ballarat by train

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Distance: 124.8 km
Duration: 2h 9m

What companies run services between Caulfield North, 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 Balaclava Rd/Kooyong Rd to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via A'Beckett St/Queen St and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 3h 31m.

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