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

The cheapest way to get from Footscray to Ballarat is to train which costs $8 - $12 and takes 1h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Footscray to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Footscray and Ballarat?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Footscray Station/Irving St station and arriving at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St station. Services depart every two hours, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Footscray and Ballarat?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Footscray Station station and arriving at Ballarat Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Footscray to Ballarat?

The distance between Footscray and Ballarat is 108 km. The road distance is 103.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Footscray to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs $8 - $12.

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

The train from Footscray Station to Ballarat Station takes 1h 17m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Ballarat bus from?

Footscray to Ballarat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Footscray Station/Irving St.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Ballarat train from?

Footscray to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Footscray Station.

Train or bus from Footscray to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Footscray to Ballarat is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs $8 - $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1 - $17 and takes 2h 31m.

Where does the Footscray to Ballarat bus arrive?

Footscray to Ballarat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St.

Where does the Footscray to Ballarat train arrive?

Footscray to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Ballarat Station.

Can I drive from Footscray to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Footscray to Ballarat is 104 km. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Footscray to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Footscray Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
1h 17m
$8–12
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Ballarat
2h 31m
$1–17
Drive 103.7 km
1. Drive from Footscray to Ballaratcar 103.7 km
1h 12m
$19–27

Footscray to Ballarat by train

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Distance: 108 km
Duration: 1h 17m

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

V/Line operates a train from Footscray Station to Ballarat Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 17m. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St every 2 hours. Tickets cost $1–17 and the journey takes 2h 31m.

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