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

The cheapest way to get from Heidelberg to Ballarat is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heidelberg to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Heidelberg and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Heidelberg station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Heidelberg Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Flinders Street Station and Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Heidelberg to Ballarat?

The distance between Heidelberg and Ballarat is 127 km. The road distance is 118.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Heidelberg to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs $13 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Heidelberg to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heidelberg to Ballarat train from?

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

Where does the Heidelberg to Ballarat train arrive?

Heidelberg to Ballarat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Flinders Street Station.

Can I drive from Heidelberg to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Heidelberg to Ballarat is 119 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Heidelberg to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 202+ hotels available in Ballarat.

Heidelberg to Ballarat - 3 ways to travel via train, line 903 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Heidelberg Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Hurstbridge
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 22m
$14–18
Line 903 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cape St/Burgundy St to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus 903
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
3h 16m
$14–18
Drive 118.8 km
1. Drive from Heidelberg to Ballaratcar 118.8 km
1h 29m
$22–31

Heidelberg to Ballarat by train

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2h 22mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 127.4 km
Duration: 2h 22m

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

You can take a train from Heidelberg Station to Ballarat Station via Flinders Street Station and Southern Cross Station in around 2h 22m.

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