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

The cheapest way to get from Clayton to Ballarat is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Clayton to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Clayton and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Clayton station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Clayton Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Town Hall Station and Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Clayton to Ballarat?

The distance between Clayton and Ballarat is 134 km. The road distance is 129.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Clayton to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs $13 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Clayton to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Clayton to Ballarat train from?

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

Where does the Clayton to Ballarat train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Clayton to Ballarat?

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

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 202+ hotels available in Ballarat.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Clayton 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 Footscray Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 25m
$14–18
Bus, train
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 6m
$20–24
Drive 129.6 km
1. Drive from Clayton to Ballaratcar 129.6 km
1h 39m
$23–34

Clayton to Ballarat by train

209Weekly Trains

2h 25mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 134.3 km
Duration: 2h 25m

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

You can take a train from Clayton Station to Ballarat Station via Town Hall Station and Footscray Station in around 2h 25m.

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