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

The cheapest way to get from Lalor to Ballarat is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lalor to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Lalor and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Lalor station to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Lalor Station/High St and arriving at Ballarat via Epping Plaza SC/Cooper St and Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Lalor and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Lalor station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Lalor Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Flinders Street Station and Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Lalor to Ballarat?

The distance between Lalor and Ballarat is 134 km. The road distance is 117.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Lalor to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs $13 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Lalor to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lalor to Ballarat bus from?

Lalor to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Epping Plaza SC/Cooper St station.

Where do I catch the Lalor to Ballarat train from?

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

Train or bus from Lalor to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Lalor to Ballarat is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can line 901 bus and bus, which costs $64 and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Lalor to Ballarat bus arrive?

Lalor to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd station.

Where does the Lalor to Ballarat train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lalor to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Lalor to Ballarat is 118 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Lalor to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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Lalor to Ballarat - 3 ways to travel via train, line 901 bus, bus, and car

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

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1. Take the train from Lalor Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Mernda
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 33m
$14–18
Line 901 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Epping Plaza SC/Cooper St to Melbourne Airport/Grants Rdbus 901
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballaratbus
3h 57m
$64
Drive 117.5 km
1. Drive from Lalor to Ballaratcar 117.5 km
1h 23m
$22–31

Lalor to Ballarat by train

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2h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 134.2 km
Duration: 2h 33m

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

You can take a train from Lalor Station to Ballarat Station via Flinders Street Station and Southern Cross Station in around 2h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lalor Station/High St to Ballarat via Epping Plaza SC/Cooper St, Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd, and Melbourne Airport in around 3h 57m.

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