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

The cheapest way to get from Geelong to Ballarat is to bus which costs $1 - $15 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geelong to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Geelong and Ballarat?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Geelong Station/Railway Tce station and arriving at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Geelong and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Geelong station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Deer Park Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Geelong to Ballarat?

The distance between Geelong and Ballarat is 89 km. The road distance is 86.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Geelong to Ballarat without a car is to bus which takes 1h 30m and costs $1 - $15.

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

The bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St takes 1h 30m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Geelong to Ballarat bus from?

Geelong to Ballarat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Geelong Station/Railway Tce.

Where do I catch the Geelong to Ballarat train from?

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

Train or bus from Geelong to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Geelong to Ballarat is to bus which takes 1h 30m and costs $1 - $15. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $16 - $24 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Geelong to Ballarat bus arrive?

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

Where does the Geelong to Ballarat train arrive?

Geelong to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Deer Park Station.

Can I drive from Geelong to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Geelong to Ballarat is 86 km. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Geelong to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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There are 4 ways to get from Geelong to Ballarat by bus, train, car, or taxi

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1. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
1h 30m
$1–15
Train
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Deer Park Stationtrain Geelong
2. Take the train from Deer Park Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 10m
$16–23
Drive 86.2 km
1. Drive from Geelong to Ballaratcar 86.2 km
1h 8m
$16–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Geelong to Ballarattaxi 86.2 km
1h 8m
$190–240

Geelong to Ballarat by bus

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Distance: 89 km
Duration: 1h 30m

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

V-Line Buses operates a bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St 3 times a day. Tickets cost $1–15 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Geelong Station to Ballarat Station via Deer Park Station in around 2h 10m.

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