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

The cheapest way to get from Mentone to Ballarat is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mentone to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Mentone and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Mentone to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Rogers St/Balcombe Rd and arriving at Ballarat via Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Mentone and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Mentone station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Mentone Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Mentone to Ballarat?

The distance between Mentone and Ballarat is 139 km. The road distance is 130.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Mentone to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs $13 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Mentone to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mentone to Ballarat bus from?

Mentone to Ballarat bus services, operated by SkyBus, depart from Rogers St/Balcombe Rd station.

Where do I catch the Mentone to Ballarat train from?

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

Train or bus from Mentone to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Mentone to Ballarat is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Mentone to Ballarat bus arrive?

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

Where does the Mentone to Ballarat train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mentone to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Mentone to Ballarat is 131 km. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Mentone to Ballarat.

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Mentone to Ballarat - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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1. Take the train from Mentone Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Frankston
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 34m
$14–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rogers St/Balcombe Rd to Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Drbus Frankston - Melbourne Airport
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballaratbus
3h 55m
$80
Drive 130.7 km
1. Drive from Mentone to Ballaratcar 130.7 km
1h 39m
$24–34
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rogers St/Balcombe Rd to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus 903
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
5h 6m
$14–18

Mentone to Ballarat by train

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Distance: 139.3 km
Duration: 2h 34m

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

You can take a train from Mentone Station to Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station in around 2h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rogers St/Balcombe Rd to Ballarat via Melbourne Airport in around 3h 55m.

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