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

The cheapest way to get from Emerald to Ballarat is to train which costs $19 - $24 and takes 3h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Emerald to Ballarat is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct train between Emerald and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Emerald station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Belgrave Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Emerald to Ballarat?

The distance between Emerald and Ballarat is 168 km. The road distance is 158.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Emerald to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs $19 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Emerald to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Emerald to Ballarat bus from?

Emerald to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy.

Where do I catch the Emerald to Ballarat train from?

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

Train or bus from Emerald to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Emerald to Ballarat is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs $19 - $24. Alternatively, you can line 732 bus and bus, which costs $86 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Emerald to Ballarat bus arrive?

Emerald to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Box Hill Bus Station/Station St.

Where does the Emerald to Ballarat train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Emerald to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Emerald to Ballarat is 158 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Emerald to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 203+ hotels available in Ballarat.

Emerald to Ballarat - 3 ways to travel via train, line 732 bus, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Emerald and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Emerald to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Emerald Village/Main St and arriving at Ballarat via Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd, Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy, Box Hill Bus Station/Station St and Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

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

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1. Take the train from Belgrave Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Belgrave
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
3h 51m
$20–24
Line 732 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy to Box Hill Bus Station/Station Stbus 732
2. Take the bus from Box Hill Bus Station/Station St to Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Drbus
3. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballaratbus
6h 25m
$86
Drive 158.1 km
1. Drive from Emerald to Ballaratcar 158.1 km
2h 7m
$29–41

Emerald to Ballarat by bus and train

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3h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 168.1 km
Duration: 3h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Emerald Village/Main St to Ballarat Station via Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd, Belgrave Station, and Southern Cross Station in around 3h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Emerald Village/Main St to Ballarat via Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd, Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy, Box Hill Bus Station/Station St, and Melbourne Airport in around 6h 25m.

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