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

The cheapest way to get from Croydon to Ballarat is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Croydon to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Croydon and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Croydon station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Mitcham Station/Colombo St and arriving at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Croydon and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Croydon station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Croydon Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Croydon to Ballarat?

The distance between Croydon and Ballarat is 146 km. The road distance is 140.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Croydon to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs $13 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Croydon to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Ballarat bus from?

Croydon to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Mitcham Station/Colombo St.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Ballarat train from?

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

Train or bus from Croydon to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Croydon to Ballarat is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can line 907 bus and bus, which costs $12 - $28 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Croydon to Ballarat bus arrive?

Croydon to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at King St/Lonsdale St station.

Where does the Croydon to Ballarat train arrive?

Croydon to Ballarat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Croydon to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Croydon to Ballarat is 140 km. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Croydon to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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Croydon to Ballarat - 3 ways to travel via train, line 907 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Croydon Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Lilydale
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 33m
$14–18
Line 907 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mitcham Station/Colombo St to King St/Lonsdale Stbus 907
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach / ...
3h 55m
$12–28
Drive 140.5 km
1. Drive from Croydon to Ballaratcar 140.5 km
1h 46m
$25–37

Croydon to Ballarat by train

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Distance: 145.7 km
Duration: 2h 33m

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

You can take a train from Croydon Station to Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station in around 2h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Croydon Station to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via Mitcham Station, Mitcham Station/Colombo St, King St/Lonsdale St, and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 3h 55m.

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