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

The cheapest way to get from Doncaster to Ballarat is to bus and train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Doncaster to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Doncaster and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Doncaster to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd and arriving at Ballarat via Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Doncaster to Ballarat?

The distance between Doncaster and Ballarat is 150 km. The road distance is 125 km.

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

The best way to get from Doncaster to Ballarat without a car is to bus which takes 3h 33m and costs $80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Doncaster to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Doncaster to Ballarat bus from?

Doncaster to Ballarat bus services, operated by SkyBus, depart from Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd station.

Where does the Doncaster to Ballarat bus arrive?

Doncaster to Ballarat bus services, operated by SkyBus, arrive at Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr station.

Can I drive from Doncaster to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Doncaster to Ballarat is 125 km. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Doncaster to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 203+ hotels available in Ballarat.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd to Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Drbus Box Hill - Melbourne Airport
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballaratbus
3h 33m
$80
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 89 Tram Rd to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus 903
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
3h 43m
$14–18
Drive 125 km
1. Drive from Doncaster to Ballaratcar 125 km
1h 33m
$23–33

Doncaster to Ballarat by bus

71Weekly Buses

3h 33mAverage Duration

$80Cheapest Price

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Distance: 150.3 km
Duration: 3h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd to Ballarat via Melbourne Airport in around 3h 33m.

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