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

The cheapest way to get from Healesville to Ballarat is to line 685 bus and train which costs $19 - $24 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Healesville to Ballarat is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Healesville and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Healesville to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Maroondah Hwy/Green St and arriving at Ballarat via Lilydale Station/West William St, Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy and Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

How far is it from Healesville to Ballarat?

The distance between Healesville and Ballarat is 183 km. The road distance is 166.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Healesville to Ballarat without a car is to line 685 bus and train which takes 4h 5m and costs $19 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Healesville to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Healesville to Ballarat bus from?

Healesville to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy.

Where does the Healesville to Ballarat bus arrive?

Healesville to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd station.

Can I drive from Healesville to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Healesville to Ballarat is 166 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Healesville to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 205+ hotels available in Ballarat.

Healesville to Ballarat - 3 ways to travel via train, line 685 bus, bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Healesville to Ballarat by bus, train, or car

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Line 685 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Maroondah Hwy/Green St to Lilydale Station/West William Stbus 685 / ...
2. Take the train from Lilydale Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
4h 5m
$20–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy to Melbourne Airport/Grants Rdbus 901
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballaratbus
6h 47m
$64
Drive 166.1 km
1. Drive from Healesville to Ballaratcar 166.1 km
2h 8m
$30–43

Healesville to Ballarat by bus and train

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4h 5mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 182.6 km
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Maroondah Hwy/Green St to Ballarat via Lilydale Station/West William St, Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy, Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd, and Melbourne Airport in around 6h 47m.

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