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

The cheapest way to get from Nhill to Ballarat is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 3h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nhill to Ballarat is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Nhill and Ballarat?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nhill and arriving at Ballarat. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Nhill and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Nhill station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Nhill Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Ararat Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Nhill to Ballarat?

The distance between Nhill and Ballarat is 263 km. The road distance is 259.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Nhill to Ballarat without a car is to bus which takes 3h 40m and costs $3 - $100.

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

The bus from Nhill to Ballarat takes 3h 40m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Nhill to Ballarat bus from?

Nhill to Ballarat bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Nhill station.

Where do I catch the Nhill to Ballarat train from?

Nhill to Ballarat train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from Nhill Station.

Train or bus from Nhill to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Nhill to Ballarat is to bus which takes 3h 40m and costs $3 - $100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $140 and takes 4h 14m.

Where does the Nhill to Ballarat bus arrive?

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

Where does the Nhill to Ballarat train arrive?

Nhill to Ballarat train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at Ararat Station.

Can I drive from Nhill to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Nhill to Ballarat is 260 km. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Nhill 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 Nhill to Ballarat by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Nhill to Ballaratbus Melbourne
3h 40m
$3–100
Train
1. Take the train from Nhill Station to Ararat Stationtrain The Overland
2. Take the train from Ararat Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
4h 14m
$65–134
Drive 259.9 km
1. Drive from Nhill to Ballaratcar 259.9 km
3h 7m
$47–68

Nhill to Ballarat by bus

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Distance: 262.6 km
Duration: 3h 40m

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

Firefly Express operates a bus from Nhill to Ballarat once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 3h 40m. V-Line Buses also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Nhill Station to Ballarat Station via Ararat Station in around 4h 14m.

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