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

The cheapest way to get from Hillside to Ballarat is to line 460 bus and train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 1h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hillside to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Hillside and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Hillside to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Panorama Dr/Melton Hwy and arriving at Ballarat via Melton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Hillside to Ballarat?

The distance between Hillside and Ballarat is 101 km. The road distance is 88.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Hillside to Ballarat without a car is to line 460 bus and train which takes 1h 50m and costs $13 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Hillside to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hillside to Ballarat bus from?

Hillside to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Panorama Dr/Melton Hwy station.

Where does the Hillside to Ballarat bus arrive?

Hillside to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Caroline Springs Station/Christies Rd.

Can I drive from Hillside to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Hillside to Ballarat is 88 km. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Hillside to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 203+ hotels available in Ballarat.

Hillside to Ballarat - 4 ways to travel via train, line 460 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 460 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Tintern Lp/Gourlay Rd to Caroline Springs Station/Christies Rdbus 460
2. Take the train from Caroline Springs Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
1h 50m
$14–18
Line 460 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Panorama Dr/Melton Hwy to Caroline Springs Station/Christies Rdbus 460
2. Take the bus from Melton to Ballaratbus
2h 47m
$14–62
Drive 88.2 km
1. Drive from Hillside to Ballaratcar 88.2 km
1h
$16–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hillside to Ballarattaxi 88.2 km
1h
$200–240

Hillside to Ballarat by bus and train

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1h 50mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 101.2 km
Duration: 1h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Panorama Dr/Melton Hwy to Ballarat via Caroline Springs Station/Christies Rd, Caroline Springs Station, Melton Station, and Melton in around 2h 47m.

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