What is the cheapest way to get from Lara to Ararat?

The cheapest way to get from Lara to Ararat is to train via Truganina which costs $17 - $24 and takes 3h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lara to Ararat?

The fastest way to get from Lara to Ararat is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Lara and Ararat?

No, there is no direct bus from Lara station to Ararat station. However, there are services departing from Lara Station/Hicks St and arriving at Ararat station via Deer Park Station/Mt Derrimut Rd and Deer Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Lara and Ararat?

No, there is no direct train from Lara station to Ararat station. However, there are services departing from Lara Station and arriving at Ararat Station via North Shore Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Lara to Ararat?

The distance between Lara and Ararat is 188 km. The road distance is 177 km.

How do I travel from Lara to Ararat without a car?

The best way to get from Lara to Ararat without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs $60 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Lara to Ararat?

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Lara to Ararat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lara to Ararat bus from?

Lara to Ararat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Lara Station/Hicks St.

Where do I catch the Lara to Ararat train from?

Lara to Ararat train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from North Shore Station.

Train or bus from Lara to Ararat?

The best way to get from Lara to Ararat is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs $60 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $120 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Lara to Ararat bus arrive?

Lara to Ararat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Deer Park Station/Railway Pde.

Where does the Lara to Ararat train arrive?

Lara to Ararat train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at Ararat Station.

Can I drive from Lara to Ararat?

Yes, the driving distance between Lara to Ararat is 177 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Lara to Ararat.

Where can I stay near Ararat?

There are 17+ hotels available in Ararat.

Lara to Ararat - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Lara to Ararat by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from North Shore Station to Ararat Stationtrain The Overland
3h 6m
$63–131
Train via Truganina
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lara Station to Deer Park Stationtrain Geelong
2. Take the train from Deer Park Station to Ararat Stationtrain Ballarat
3h 36m
$17–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lara Station/Hicks St to Deer Park Station/Railway Pdebus Geelong
2. Take the bus from Deer Park to Ararat stationbus Adelaide
4h 42m
$102–118
Drive 177 km
1. Drive from Lara to Araratcar 177 km
2h 18m
$32–46

Lara to Ararat by train

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3h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 187.8 km
Duration: 3h 6m

What companies run services between Lara, VIC, Australia and Ararat, VIC, Australia?

Journey Beyond - The Overland operates a train from North Shore Station to Ararat Station twice a week. Tickets cost $55–120 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lara Station/Hicks St to Ararat station via Deer Park Station/Railway Pde, Deer Park Station/Mt Derrimut Rd, Ballarat Rd/Station Rd, and Deer Park in around 4h 42m.

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