What is the cheapest way to get from Clayton (Station) to Ballarat?

The cheapest way to get from Clayton (Station) to Ballarat is to bus and train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 5h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Clayton (Station) to Ballarat?

The fastest way to get from Clayton (Station) to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Clayton (Station) and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Clayton (Station) station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Clayton Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Melbourne Town Hall/Collins St #6 and Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Clayton (Station) to Ballarat?

The distance between Clayton (Station) and Ballarat is 134 km. The road distance is 130.4 km.

How do I travel from Clayton (Station) to Ballarat without a car?

The best way to get from Clayton (Station) to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs $19 - $24.

How long does it take to get from Clayton (Station) to Ballarat?

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Clayton (Station) to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Clayton (Station) to Ballarat train from?

Clayton (Station) to Ballarat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Clayton Station.

Where does the Clayton (Station) to Ballarat train arrive?

Clayton (Station) to Ballarat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Town Hall Station.

Can I drive from Clayton (Station) to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Clayton (Station) to Ballarat is 130 km. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Clayton (Station) to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 200+ hotels available in Ballarat.

Clayton (Station) to Ballarat - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Clayton (Station) to Ballarat by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Clayton Station to Town Hall Stationtrain Cranbourne / ...
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 28m
$20–24
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Oakleigh Station/Portman St to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus 903
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
5h 17m
$14–18
Drive 130.4 km
1. Drive from Clayton (Station) to Ballaratcar 130.4 km
1h 39m
$24–34

Clayton (Station) to Ballarat by train and tram

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2h 28mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 133.6 km
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Clayton (Station), VIC, Australia and Ballarat, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Clayton Station to Ballarat Station via Town Hall Station, Melbourne Town Hall/Collins St #6, Southern Cross Station/Collins St #D14, and Southern Cross Station in around 2h 28m.

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