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

The cheapest way to get from Mount Macedon to Ballarat is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mount Macedon to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Mount Macedon and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Mount Macedon station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Macedon Station/Victoria St and arriving at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Mount Macedon and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Mount Macedon station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Macedon Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Mount Macedon to Ballarat?

The distance between Mount Macedon and Ballarat is 177 km. The road distance is 99.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Mount Macedon to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs $30 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Mount Macedon to Ballarat, including transfers.

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

Mount Macedon to Ballarat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Macedon Station/Victoria St.

Where do I catch the Mount Macedon to Ballarat train from?

Mount Macedon to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Macedon Station.

Train or bus from Mount Macedon to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Mount Macedon to Ballarat is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs $30 - $45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18 - $50 and takes 3h 14m.

Where does the Mount Macedon to Ballarat bus arrive?

Mount Macedon to Ballarat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St.

Where does the Mount Macedon to Ballarat train arrive?

Mount Macedon to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Footscray Station.

Can I drive from Mount Macedon to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Mount Macedon to Ballarat is 100 km. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Mount Macedon to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 206+ hotels available in Ballarat.

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There are 3 ways to get from Mount Macedon to Ballarat by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Macedon Station to Footscray Stationtrain Bendigo
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 36m
$32–43
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Macedon Station/Victoria St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy Stbus Bendigo
2. Take the bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
3h 14m
$18–48
Drive 99.7 km
1. Drive from Mount Macedon to Ballaratcar 99.7 km
1h 11m
$18–26

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Distance: 177 km
Duration: 2h 36m

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

You can take a vehicle from Mount Macedon to Ballarat Station via Macedon Station and Footscray Station in around 2h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Mount Macedon to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via Macedon Station/Victoria St and Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St in around 3h 14m.

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