What is the cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Lara?

The cheapest way to get from Hamilton to Lara is to bus and train via Warrnambool which costs $10 - $30 and takes 5h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hamilton to Lara?

The fastest way to get from Hamilton to Lara is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Hamilton and Lara?

No, there is no direct bus from Hamilton station to Lara station. However, there are services departing from Hamilton Station/Station St and arriving at Geelong Station/Railway Tce via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Hamilton to Lara?

The distance between Hamilton and Lara is 322 km. The road distance is 246.3 km.

How do I travel from Hamilton to Lara without a car?

The best way to get from Hamilton to Lara without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 36m and costs $18 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Hamilton to Lara?

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Hamilton to Lara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hamilton to Lara bus from?

Hamilton to Lara bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Hamilton Station/Station St.

Where does the Hamilton to Lara bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hamilton to Lara?

Yes, the driving distance between Hamilton to Lara is 246 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Hamilton to Lara.

Where can I stay near Lara?

There are 410+ hotels available in Lara.

Hamilton to Lara - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Hamilton to Lara by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Hamilton Station/Station St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus
2. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Deer Park Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Deer Park Station to Lara Stationtrain
4h 36m
$19–43
Bus, train via Warrnambool
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hamilton Station/Station St to Warrnambool Station/Merri Stbus Coach
2. Take the train from Warrnambool Station to Lara Stationtrain Geelong
5h 12m
$10–30
Drive 246.3 km
1. Drive from Hamilton to Laracar 246.3 km
2h 54m
$45–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hamilton Station/Station St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Geelong Station/Railway Tcebus Coach
5h 17m
$11–46
Bus, train via Ararat
1. Take the bus from Hamilton Station/Station St to Araratbus Coach
2. Take the train from Ararat Station to North Shore Stationtrain The Overland
6h 20m
$64–149

Hamilton to Lara by bus and train

14Weekly Services

4h 36mAverage Duration

$19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 322.4 km
Duration: 4h 36m

What companies run services between Hamilton, VIC, Australia and Lara, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Hamilton Station/Station St to Lara Station via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St, Geelong Station/Railway Tce, and Geelong Station in around 5h 17m.

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