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

The cheapest way to get from Ivanhoe to Ballarat is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ivanhoe to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Ivanhoe and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Ivanhoe to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from The Ridgeway/Lower Heidelberg Rd and arriving at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via Melbourne University/Grattan St and Footscray Station/Irving St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Ivanhoe and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Ivanhoe station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Ivanhoe Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Flinders Street Station and Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Ivanhoe to Ballarat?

The distance between Ivanhoe and Ballarat is 126 km. The road distance is 117.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ivanhoe to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs $13 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Ivanhoe to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ivanhoe to Ballarat bus from?

Ivanhoe to Ballarat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Footscray Station/Irving St.

Where do I catch the Ivanhoe to Ballarat train from?

Ivanhoe to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train or bus from Ivanhoe to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Ivanhoe to Ballarat is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $23 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Ivanhoe to Ballarat bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ivanhoe to Ballarat train arrive?

Ivanhoe to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Ballarat Station.

Can I drive from Ivanhoe to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Ivanhoe to Ballarat is 118 km. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Ivanhoe to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 17m
$14–18
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Ballarat
4h 42m
$7–23
Drive 117.7 km
1. Drive from Ivanhoe to Ballaratcar 117.7 km
1h 28m
$22–31

Ivanhoe to Ballarat by train

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Distance: 125.6 km
Duration: 2h 17m

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

V/Line operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St every 2 hours. Tickets cost $1–17 and the journey takes 2h 31m.

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