What is the cheapest way to get from Cranbourne to Ararat?

The cheapest way to get from Cranbourne to Ararat is to train which costs $14 - $19 and takes 4h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cranbourne to Ararat?

The fastest way to get from Cranbourne to Ararat is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct train between Cranbourne and Ararat?

No, there is no direct train from Cranbourne station to Ararat station. However, there are services departing from Cranbourne Station and arriving at Ararat Station via Town Hall Station and Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Cranbourne to Ararat?

The distance between Cranbourne and Ararat is 251 km. The road distance is 245.8 km.

How do I travel from Cranbourne to Ararat without a car?

The best way to get from Cranbourne to Ararat without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs $14 - $19.

How long does it take to get from Cranbourne to Ararat?

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Cranbourne to Ararat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cranbourne to Ararat train from?

Cranbourne to Ararat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Cranbourne Station.

Where does the Cranbourne to Ararat train arrive?

Cranbourne to Ararat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Town Hall Station.

Can I drive from Cranbourne to Ararat?

Yes, the driving distance between Cranbourne to Ararat is 246 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Cranbourne to Ararat.

Where can I stay near Ararat?

There are 17+ hotels available in Ararat.

Cranbourne to Ararat - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cranbourne to Ararat by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cranbourne Station to Town Hall Stationtrain Cranbourne
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Ararat Stationtrain Ballarat
4h 34m
$14–18
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Seaford Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Frankston
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Ararat stationbus Adelaide
6h 14m
$107–111
Drive 245.8 km
1. Drive from Cranbourne to Araratcar 245.8 km
2h 56m
$44–64
Train via Frankston
1. Take the train from Frankston Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Frankston
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ararat Stationtrain Ballarat
5h 16m
$21–142

Cranbourne to Ararat by train

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4h 34mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 250.7 km
Duration: 4h 34m

What companies run services between Cranbourne, VIC, Australia and Ararat, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Cranbourne Station to Ararat Station via Town Hall Station and Footscray Station in around 4h 34m.

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