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

The cheapest way to get from Goulburn to Ballarat is to train which costs $60 - $230 and takes 10h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Goulburn to Ballarat is to bus and fly and train which takes 5h 43m and costs $160 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Goulburn and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Goulburn to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Goulburn and arriving at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Goulburn and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Goulburn station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Goulburn Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 4m.

How far is it from Goulburn to Ballarat?

The distance between Goulburn and Ballarat is 679 km. The road distance is 730.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Goulburn to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 10h 4m and costs $60 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Goulburn to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Goulburn to Ballarat bus from?

Goulburn to Ballarat bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Goulburn station.

Where do I catch the Goulburn to Ballarat train from?

Goulburn to Ballarat train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Goulburn Station.

Train or bus from Goulburn to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Goulburn to Ballarat is to train which takes 10h 4m and costs $60 - $230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $120 and takes 11h 5m.

Where does the Goulburn to Ballarat bus arrive?

Goulburn to Ballarat bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Goulburn to Ballarat train arrive?

Goulburn to Ballarat train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Goulburn to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Goulburn to Ballarat is 731 km. It takes approximately 8h 9m to drive from Goulburn to Ballarat.

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

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Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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Goulburn to Ballarat - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

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Bus to Canberra International Airport, fly, train
best
1. Take the bus from Goulburn Station, Coach Stop to Canberra Airport, Terminal Avbus
2. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane CBR - MEL
3. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
5h 43m
$167–365
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Goulburn Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
10h 4m
$62–227
Bus
1. Take the bus from Goulburn to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach / ...
11h 5m
$96–115
Drive 730.6 km
1. Drive from Goulburn to Ballaratcar 730.6 km
8h 9m
$131–189
Drive to Orange Airport, fly, train
1. Drive from Goulburn to Orange-Airport-OAGcar
2. Fly from Orange Airport (OAG) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane OAG - MEL
3. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
6h 33m
$370–689
Train to Sydney International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Goulburn Station to Campbelltown Stationtrain
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane SYD - MEL
3. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
7h 39m
$164–497
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Goulburn Station, Coach Stop to Jolimont Centrebus 855
2. Take the bus from Canberra to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
11h 59m
$119–261

Goulburn to Ballarat by train

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Distance: 678.6 km
Duration: 5h 43m

What companies run services between Goulburn, NSW, Australia and Ballarat, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Goulburn Station to Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station in around 10h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Goulburn to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 11h 5m.

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