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

The cheapest way to get from Kew to Ballarat is to line 48 tram and train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kew to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Kew and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Kew to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Kew Junction/Princess St and arriving at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via Bourke St/Queen St and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Kew and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Kew to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Kew Shopping Centre/High St #33 and arriving at Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Kew to Ballarat?

The distance between Kew and Ballarat is 121 km. The road distance is 115.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Kew to Ballarat without a car is to line 48 tram and train which takes 2h 24m and costs $13 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Kew to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kew to Ballarat bus from?

Kew to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Kew Junction/Princess St station.

Where do I catch the Kew to Ballarat train from?

Kew to Ballarat train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from Kew Shopping Centre/High St #33 station.

Where does the Kew to Ballarat bus arrive?

Kew to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Little Collins St/Queen St station.

Where does the Kew to Ballarat train arrive?

Kew to Ballarat train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Southern Cross Station/Collins St #D14.

Can I drive from Kew to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Kew to Ballarat is 116 km. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Kew to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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Kew to Ballarat - 3 ways to travel via train, line 48 tram, and line 207 bus

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

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Line 48 tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Kew Shopping Centre/High St #33 to Southern Cross Station/Collins St #D14tram 48
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 24m
$13–17
Line 207 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Kew Junction/Princess St to Little Collins St/Queen Stbus 200 / ...
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach / ...
3h 19m
$13–28
Drive 115.9 km
1. Drive from Kew to Ballaratcar 115.9 km
1h 27m
$21–30

Kew to Ballarat by tram and train

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2h 24mAverage Duration

$13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 121.3 km
Duration: 2h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Kew Junction/Princess St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via Little Collins St/Queen St, Bourke St/Queen St, Lonsdale St/Spencer St, and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 3h 19m.

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