What is the cheapest way to get from Mount Barker to Ballarat?

The cheapest way to get from Mount Barker to Ballarat is to bus via Dundas St/Market St which costs $9 - $60 and takes 9h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mount Barker to Ballarat?

The fastest way to get from Mount Barker to Ballarat is to fly and train which takes 5h 59m and costs $130 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Mount Barker and Ballarat?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mount Barker Stop 62 Adelaide Rd - West side and arriving at Ballarat. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Mount Barker to Ballarat?

The distance between Mount Barker and Ballarat is 588 km. The road distance is 581.9 km.

How do I travel from Mount Barker to Ballarat without a car?

The best way to get from Mount Barker to Ballarat without a car is to bus which takes 7h 30m and costs $63 - $66.

How long does it take to get from Mount Barker to Ballarat?

The bus from Mount Barker Stop 62 Adelaide Rd - West side to Ballarat takes 7h 30m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Mount Barker to Ballarat bus from?

Mount Barker to Ballarat bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Mount Barker Stop 62 Adelaide Rd - West side station.

Where does the Mount Barker to Ballarat bus arrive?

Mount Barker to Ballarat bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Ballarat station.

What is the time difference between Mount Barker and Ballarat?

Ballarat is 30 min ahead of Mount Barker. It is currently 9:02 AM in Mount Barker and 9:32 AM in Ballarat.

Can I drive from Mount Barker to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Mount Barker to Ballarat is 582 km. It takes approximately 6h 36m to drive from Mount Barker to Ballarat.

How do I get a bus ticket from Mount Barker to Ballarat?

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Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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Mount Barker to Ballarat - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Mount Barker to Ballarat by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Mount Barker Stop 62 Adelaide Rd - West side to Ballaratbus Melbourne
7h 30m
$63–66
Bus via Dundas St/Market St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Opposite Cornerstone College/Adelaide Rd to Dundas St/Market Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Dundas St/Market St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
9h 55m
$9–60
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Zone B Dumas St Park 'n' Ride to Railway Tce - South sidebus
2. Take the train from Murray Bridge Station to Ararat Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Ararat Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
8h 55m
$141–275
Drive 581.9 km
1. Drive from Mount Barker to Ballaratcar 581.9 km
6h 36m
$107–154
Fly to Melbourne Airport, train
1. Fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane ADL - MEL
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
5h 59m
$139–334
Fly to Avalon Airport, train
1. Fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane ADL - AVV
2. Take the train from Lara Station to Deer Park Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Deer Park Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
7h 2m
$138–398

Mount Barker to Ballarat by bus

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7h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 587.6 km
Duration: 7h 30m

What companies run services between Mount Barker, SA, Australia and Ballarat, VIC, Australia?

Firefly Express operates a bus from Mount Barker Stop 62 Adelaide Rd - West side to Ballarat once daily. Tickets cost $63–66 and the journey takes 7h 30m.

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