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

The cheapest way to get from Foster to Ballarat is to bus and train which costs $10 - $35 and takes 5h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Foster to Ballarat is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Foster and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Foster to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Pulhams Store/Main St and arriving at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Foster to Ballarat?

The distance between Foster and Ballarat is 296 km. The road distance is 280.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Foster to Ballarat without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 4m and costs $10 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Foster to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Foster to Ballarat bus from?

Foster to Ballarat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Pulhams Store/Main St station.

Where does the Foster to Ballarat bus arrive?

Foster to Ballarat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Can I drive from Foster to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Foster to Ballarat is 281 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Foster to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 206+ hotels available in Ballarat.

Foster to Ballarat - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Foster to Ballarat by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Pulhams Store/Main St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Coach
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
5h 4m
$11–33
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pulhams Store/Main St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach / ...
5h 40m
$4–37
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Foster to Morwell Stationtaxi
2. Take the train from Morwell Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
5h 5m
$203–245
Drive 280.6 km
1. Drive from Foster to Ballaratcar 280.6 km
3h 21m
$51–73
Bus via Melbourne
1. Take the bus from Pulhams Store/Main St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballaratbus
6h 18m
$83–101

Foster to Ballarat by bus, foot, and train

21Weekly Services

5h 4mAverage Duration

$11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 295.6 km
Duration: 5h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Pulhams Store/Main St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 5h 40m.

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