What is the cheapest way to get from Meadow Heights to Ballarat?

The cheapest way to get from Meadow Heights to Ballarat is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Meadow Heights to Ballarat?

The fastest way to get from Meadow Heights to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs $20 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Meadow Heights and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Meadow Heights to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Taggerty Cres/Pascoe Vale Rd and arriving at Ballarat via Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Meadow Heights and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Meadow Heights station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Coolaroo Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Meadow Heights to Ballarat?

The distance between Meadow Heights and Ballarat is 132 km. The road distance is 112 km.

How do I travel from Meadow Heights to Ballarat without a car?

The best way to get from Meadow Heights to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs $13 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Meadow Heights to Ballarat?

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Meadow Heights to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Meadow Heights to Ballarat bus from?

Meadow Heights to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Taggerty Cres/Pascoe Vale Rd station.

Where do I catch the Meadow Heights to Ballarat train from?

Meadow Heights to Ballarat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Coolaroo Station.

Train or bus from Meadow Heights to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Meadow Heights to Ballarat is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can line 901 bus and bus, which costs $58 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Meadow Heights to Ballarat bus arrive?

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

Where does the Meadow Heights to Ballarat train arrive?

Meadow Heights to Ballarat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Meadow Heights to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Meadow Heights to Ballarat is 112 km. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Meadow Heights to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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

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1. Take the train from Coolaroo Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Craigieburn
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 22m
$14–18
Line 901 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Taggerty Cres/Pascoe Vale Rd to Melbourne Airport/Grants Rdbus 901
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballaratbus
3h 15m
$58
Drive 112 km
1. Drive from Meadow Heights to Ballaratcar 112 km
1h 20m
$21–29

Meadow Heights to Ballarat by train

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2h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 132.4 km
Duration: 2h 22m

What companies run services between Meadow Heights, VIC, Australia and Ballarat, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Coolaroo Station to Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station in around 2h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Taggerty Cres/Pascoe Vale Rd to Ballarat via Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd and Melbourne Airport in around 3h 15m.

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