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

The cheapest way to get from Chadstone to Ballarat is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 21m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Chadstone and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Chadstone station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station/Irving St and arriving at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Chadstone and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Chadstone station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Holmesglen Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Flinders Street Station and Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Chadstone to Ballarat?

The distance between Chadstone and Ballarat is 129 km. The road distance is 127.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Chadstone to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs $13 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Chadstone to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chadstone to Ballarat bus from?

Chadstone to Ballarat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Footscray Station/Irving St.

Where do I catch the Chadstone to Ballarat train from?

Chadstone to Ballarat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Holmesglen Station.

Train or bus from Chadstone to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Chadstone to Ballarat is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $23 and takes 4h 14m.

Where does the Chadstone to Ballarat bus arrive?

Chadstone to Ballarat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St.

Where does the Chadstone to Ballarat train arrive?

Chadstone to Ballarat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Flinders Street Station.

Can I drive from Chadstone to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Chadstone to Ballarat is 127 km. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Chadstone to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Holmesglen Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Glen Waverley
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 21m
$14–18
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Ballarat
4h 14m
$6–22
Drive 127.2 km
1. Drive from Chadstone to Ballaratcar 127.2 km
1h 34m
$23–33
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Waverley Rd/Warrigal Rd to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus 903
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
4h 15m
$14–18

Chadstone to Ballarat by train

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Distance: 129 km
Duration: 2h 21m

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

You can take a train from Holmesglen Station to Ballarat Station via Flinders Street Station and Southern Cross Station in around 2h 21m. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St every 2 hours. Tickets cost $1–17 and the journey takes 2h 31m.

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