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

The cheapest way to get from Gawler to Ballarat is to train and bus which costs $13 - $70 and takes 12h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gawler to Ballarat is to train and fly which takes 6h 16m and costs $130 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between Gawler and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Gawler to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Gawler and arriving at Ballarat via Adelaide. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Gawler and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Gawler station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Gawler station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Adelaide Station and Ararat Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 46m.

How far is it from Gawler to Ballarat?

The distance between Gawler and Ballarat is 663 km. The road distance is 626.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Gawler to Ballarat without a car is to bus which takes 10h 10m and costs $85 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 10h 10m to get from Gawler to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gawler to Ballarat bus from?

Gawler to Ballarat bus services, operated by Stateliner, depart from Gawler station.

Where do I catch the Gawler to Ballarat train from?

Gawler to Ballarat train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from Adelaide Station.

Train or bus from Gawler to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Gawler to Ballarat is to bus which takes 10h 10m and costs $85 - $100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $160 - $330 and takes 11h 46m.

Where does the Gawler to Ballarat bus arrive?

Gawler to Ballarat bus services, operated by Stateliner, arrive at Adelaide station.

What is the time difference between Gawler and Ballarat?

Ballarat is 30 min ahead of Gawler. It is currently 3:54 PM in Gawler and 4:24 PM in Ballarat.

Where does the Gawler to Ballarat train arrive?

Gawler to Ballarat train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at Ararat Station.

Can I drive from Gawler to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Gawler to Ballarat is 627 km. It takes approximately 7h 21m to drive from Gawler to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 211+ hotels available in Ballarat.

Gawler to Ballarat - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Gawler to Ballarat by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Gawler to Adelaidebus
2. Take the bus from Adelaide to Ballaratbus Melbourne
10h 10m
$86–98
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Gawler Central station to Adelaide stationtrain
2. Take the bus from 85 Franklin St to Dundas St/Market Stbus
3. Take the bus from Dundas St/Market St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus
12h 46m
$14–69
Train
1. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Ararat Stationtrain The Overland
2. Take the train from Ararat Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
11h 46m
$166–326
Drive 626.8 km
1. Drive from Gawler to Ballaratcar 626.8 km
7h 21m
$115–166
Train, fly to Melbourne Airport
1. Take the train from Gawler station to Adelaide stationtrain
2. Fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane ADL - MEL
3. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
6h 16m
$139–374
Train, fly to Avalon Airport
1. Take the train from Gawler station to Adelaide stationtrain
2. Fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane ADL - AVV
3. Take the train from Lara Station to Deer Park Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Deer Park Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
7h 19m
$138–468

Gawler to Ballarat by bus

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Distance: 662.7 km
Duration: 10h 10m

What companies run services between Gawler, SA, Australia and Ballarat, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Gawler to Ballarat via Adelaide in around 10h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Gawler station to Ballarat Station via Adelaide station, Stop B1 King William St - East side, Stop 1 Anzac Hwy - South East side, Adelaide Station, and Ararat Station in around 11h 46m.

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