What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballan?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballan is to drive which costs $12 - $19 and takes 52 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballan?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballan is to drive which takes 52 min and costs $12 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Ballan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Melbourne Airport and arriving at Ballan. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballan?

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Ballan is 76 km. The road distance is 71.4 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballan without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballan without a car is to bus which takes 1h 5m and costs $45.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballan?

The bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballan takes 1h 5m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballan bus from?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballan bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, depart from Melbourne Airport station.

Where does the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballan bus arrive?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballan bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, arrive at Ballan station.

Can I drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballan?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballan is 71 km. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballan.

Where can I stay near Ballan?

There are 32+ hotels available in Ballan.

Can I share a ride from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballan?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Ballan. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballan - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballan by bus, train, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballanbus
1h 5m
$45
Drive 71.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballancar 71.4 km
52 min
$13–19
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus Sunshine Railway Station - Melbourne Airport
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballan Stationtrain Ballarat
1h 43m
$36–40
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Melbourne-MEL to Ballanrideshare 71.4 km
52 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballantaxi 71.4 km
52 min
$170–210

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ballan by bus

71Weekly Buses

1h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 76.1 km
Duration: 1h 5m

What companies run services between Melbourne Airport (MEL), Australia and Ballan, VIC, Australia?

Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus operates a bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballan every 3 hours. Tickets cost $45 and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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