What is the cheapest way to get from Melton West to Ballarat?

The cheapest way to get from Melton West to Ballarat is to drive which costs $12 - $19 and takes 52 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Melton West to Ballarat?

The fastest way to get from Melton West to Ballarat is to drive which takes 52 min and costs $12 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between Melton West and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Melton West to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from High St/Barries Rd and arriving at Ballarat via Melton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Melton West and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Melton West station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Melton Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from Melton West to Ballarat?

The distance between Melton West and Ballarat is 80 km. The road distance is 70.5 km.

How do I travel from Melton West to Ballarat without a car?

The best way to get from Melton West to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs $13 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Melton West to Ballarat?

It takes approximately 1h 26m to get from Melton West to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melton West to Ballarat bus from?

Melton West to Ballarat bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, depart from Melton station.

Where do I catch the Melton West to Ballarat train from?

Melton West to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Melton Station.

Train or bus from Melton West to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Melton West to Ballarat is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $55 and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Melton West to Ballarat bus arrive?

Melton West to Ballarat bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, arrive at Ballarat station.

Where does the Melton West to Ballarat train arrive?

Melton West to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Ballarat Station.

Can I drive from Melton West to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Melton West to Ballarat is 70 km. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Melton West to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 205+ hotels available in Ballarat.

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Melton West to Ballarat by bus and train

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1h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 80.2 km
Duration: 1h 26m

What companies run services between Melton West, VIC, Australia and Ballarat, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Melton Station to Ballarat Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 48 min. Alternatively, Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus operates a bus from Melton to Ballarat every 3 hours. Tickets cost $45 and the journey takes 55 min. V-Line Buses also services this route 4 times a week.

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