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

The cheapest way to get from Glenroy to Ballarat is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glenroy to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Glenroy and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Glenroy to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Smiley Rd/Camp Rd and arriving at Ballarat via Broadmeadows Station/Pascoe Vale Rd and Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Glenroy and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Glenroy station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Glenroy Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Glenroy to Ballarat?

The distance between Glenroy and Ballarat is 127 km. The road distance is 109.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Glenroy to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs $13 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Glenroy to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glenroy to Ballarat bus from?

Glenroy to Ballarat bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, depart from Melbourne Airport station.

Where do I catch the Glenroy to Ballarat train from?

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

Train or bus from Glenroy to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Glenroy to Ballarat is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $64 and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the Glenroy to Ballarat bus arrive?

Glenroy to Ballarat bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, arrive at Ballarat station.

Where does the Glenroy to Ballarat train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Glenroy to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Glenroy to Ballarat is 110 km. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Glenroy to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 206+ hotels available in Ballarat.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glenroy Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Craigieburn
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 15m
$14–18
Line 903 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Coburg PS/Bell St to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus 903
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
3h 17m
$14–18
Drive 109.6 km
1. Drive from Glenroy to Ballaratcar 109.6 km
1h 18m
$20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballaratbus
3h 23m
$64

Glenroy to Ballarat by train

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Distance: 127.5 km
Duration: 2h 15m

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

You can take a train from Glenroy Station to Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station in around 2h 15m. Alternatively, Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus operates a bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballarat every 3 hours. Tickets cost $52 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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