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

The cheapest way to get from Frankston to Ballarat is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Frankston to Ballarat is to drive which takes 2h and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Frankston and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Frankston to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Frankston and arriving at Ballarat via Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Frankston and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Frankston station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Frankston Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Frankston to Ballarat?

The distance between Frankston and Ballarat is 159 km. The road distance is 150.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Frankston to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs $13 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Frankston to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Frankston to Ballarat bus from?

Frankston to Ballarat bus services, operated by SkyBus, depart from Frankston station.

Where do I catch the Frankston to Ballarat train from?

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

Train or bus from Frankston to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Frankston to Ballarat is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Frankston to Ballarat bus arrive?

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

Where does the Frankston to Ballarat train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Frankston to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Frankston to Ballarat is 150 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Frankston to Ballarat.

How do I get a bus ticket from Frankston to Ballarat?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Frankston Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Frankston
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 59m
$14–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Frankston to Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Drbus Frankston - Melbourne Airport
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballaratbus
4h 26m
$80
Drive 150.3 km
1. Drive from Frankston to Ballaratcar 150.3 km
2h
$27–39

Frankston to Ballarat by train

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2h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 158.6 km
Duration: 2h 59m

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

You can take a train from Frankston Station to Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Frankston to Ballarat via Melbourne Airport in around 4h 26m.

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