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

The cheapest way to get from Laverton to Ballarat is to train which costs $12 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Laverton to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Laverton and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Laverton to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Ulm St/Bladin St and arriving at Ballarat via Deer Park Station/Mt Derrimut Rd and Deer Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Laverton and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Laverton station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Laverton Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Laverton to Ballarat?

The distance between Laverton and Ballarat is 125 km. The road distance is 102.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Laverton to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Laverton to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Laverton to Ballarat bus from?

Laverton to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Ulm St/Bladin St station.

Where do I catch the Laverton to Ballarat train from?

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

Train or bus from Laverton to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Laverton to Ballarat is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $68 - $72 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Laverton to Ballarat bus arrive?

Laverton to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Deer Park Station/Mt Derrimut Rd.

Where does the Laverton to Ballarat train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Laverton to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Laverton to Ballarat is 103 km. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Laverton to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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Laverton to Ballarat - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Laverton Station to Footscray Stationtrain Werribee / ...
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 6m
$12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ulm St/Bladin St to Deer Park Station/Mt Derrimut Rdbus 400
2. Take the bus from Deer Park to Ballaratbus Adelaide
3h 10m
$69–72
Drive 102.7 km
1. Drive from Laverton to Ballaratcar 102.7 km
1h 10m
$19–27

Laverton to Ballarat by train

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Distance: 124.6 km
Duration: 2h 6m

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

You can take a train from Laverton Station to Ballarat Station via Footscray Station in around 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ulm St/Bladin St to Ballarat via Deer Park Station/Mt Derrimut Rd, Ballarat Rd/Station Rd, and Deer Park in around 3h 10m.

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