What is the cheapest way to get from Hoppers Crossing to Ballarat?

The cheapest way to get from Hoppers Crossing to Ballarat is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hoppers Crossing to Ballarat?

The fastest way to get from Hoppers Crossing to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Hoppers Crossing and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Hoppers Crossing station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Hoppers Crossing Station/Old Geelong Rd and arriving at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via Deer Park Station/Railway Pde. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Hoppers Crossing and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Hoppers Crossing station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Hoppers Crossing Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Hoppers Crossing to Ballarat?

The distance between Hoppers Crossing and Ballarat is 130 km. The road distance is 99.6 km.

How do I travel from Hoppers Crossing to Ballarat without a car?

The best way to get from Hoppers Crossing to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs $13 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Hoppers Crossing to Ballarat?

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Hoppers Crossing to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hoppers Crossing to Ballarat bus from?

Hoppers Crossing to Ballarat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Deer Park Station/Railway Pde.

Where do I catch the Hoppers Crossing to Ballarat train from?

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

Train or bus from Hoppers Crossing to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Hoppers Crossing to Ballarat is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $13 - $35 and takes 3h 42m.

Where does the Hoppers Crossing to Ballarat bus arrive?

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

Where does the Hoppers Crossing to Ballarat train arrive?

Hoppers Crossing to Ballarat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Footscray Station.

Can I drive from Hoppers Crossing to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Hoppers Crossing to Ballarat is 100 km. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Hoppers Crossing to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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

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1. Take the train from Hoppers Crossing Station to Footscray Stationtrain Werribee
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 4m
$14–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Deer Park Station/Railway Pde to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Ballarat
3h 42m
$14–33
Drive 99.6 km
1. Drive from Hoppers Crossing to Ballaratcar 99.6 km
1h 12m
$18–26

Hoppers Crossing to Ballarat by train

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Distance: 130.1 km
Duration: 2h 4m

What companies run services between Hoppers Crossing, VIC, Australia and Ballarat, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Hoppers Crossing Station to Ballarat Station via Footscray Station in around 2h 4m. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Deer Park Station/Railway Pde to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St every 4 hours. Tickets cost $1–16 and the journey takes 2h 2m.

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