What is the cheapest way to get from Melton to Ararat?

The cheapest way to get from Melton to Ararat is to train which costs $14 - $19 and takes 2h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melton to Ararat?

The fastest way to get from Melton to Ararat is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Melton and Ararat?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Melton and arriving at Ararat station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Melton and Ararat?

No, there is no direct train from Melton station to Ararat station. However, there are services departing from Melton Station and arriving at Ararat Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Melton to Ararat?

The distance between Melton and Ararat is 165 km. The road distance is 162.3 km.

How do I travel from Melton to Ararat without a car?

The best way to get from Melton to Ararat without a car is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs $95 - $99.

How long does it take to get from Melton to Ararat?

The bus from Melton to Ararat station takes 2h 35m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Melton to Ararat bus from?

Melton to Ararat bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Melton station.

Where do I catch the Melton to Ararat train from?

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

Train or bus from Melton to Ararat?

The best way to get from Melton to Ararat is to bus which takes 2h 35m and costs $95 - $99. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $14 - $19 and takes 2h 59m.

Where does the Melton to Ararat bus arrive?

Melton to Ararat bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Ararat station.

Where does the Melton to Ararat train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melton to Ararat?

Yes, the driving distance between Melton to Ararat is 162 km. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Melton to Ararat.

Where can I stay near Ararat?

There are 17+ hotels available in Ararat.

Melton to Ararat - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Melton to Ararat by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Melton to Ararat stationbus Adelaide
2h 35m
$95–99
Train
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1. Take the train from Melton Station to Ararat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 59m
$15–19
Drive 162.3 km
1. Drive from Melton to Araratcar 162.3 km
1h 44m
$29–42

Melton to Ararat by bus

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2h 35mAverage Duration

$95Cheapest Price

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Distance: 164.6 km
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Melton, VIC, Australia and Ararat, VIC, Australia?

Firefly Express operates a bus from Melton to Ararat station once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, V/Line operates a train from Melton Station to Ararat Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 1h 52m.

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