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

The cheapest way to get from Macleod to Ballarat is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macleod to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Macleod and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Macleod station to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Watsonia Station/Greensborough Hwy and arriving at Ballarat via Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Macleod and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Macleod station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Macleod Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Flinders Street Station and Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Macleod to Ballarat?

The distance between Macleod and Ballarat is 131 km. The road distance is 121.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Macleod to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs $13 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Macleod to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macleod to Ballarat bus from?

Macleod to Ballarat bus services, operated by SkyBus, depart from Watsonia Station/Greensborough Hwy.

Where do I catch the Macleod to Ballarat train from?

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

Train or bus from Macleod to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Macleod to Ballarat is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 and takes 3h 3m.

Where does the Macleod to Ballarat bus arrive?

Macleod to Ballarat bus services, operated by SkyBus, arrive at Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr station.

Where does the Macleod to Ballarat train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Macleod to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Macleod to Ballarat is 121 km. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Macleod to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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Macleod to Ballarat - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 561 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Macleod to Ballarat by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Macleod Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Hurstbridge
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 27m
$14–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Watsonia Station/Greensborough Hwy to Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Drbus Box Hill - Melbourne Airport
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballaratbus
3h 3m
$80
Drive 121.2 km
1. Drive from Macleod to Ballaratcar 121.2 km
1h 32m
$22–31
Line 561 bus, line 903 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Broadford Cres/Glenmore St to Coburg PS/Bell Stbus 561
2. Take the bus from Coburg PS/Bell St to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus 903
3. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
3h 38m
$14–18

Macleod to Ballarat by train

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Distance: 131.2 km
Duration: 2h 27m

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

You can take a train from Macleod Station to Ballarat Station via Flinders Street Station and Southern Cross Station in around 2h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Watsonia Station/Greensborough Hwy to Ballarat via Melbourne Airport in around 3h 3m.

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